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Hazardous Waste Waste Minimization Program

January 29, 2024

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed to a hazardous waste management program that places a high priority on waste minimization and pollution prevention.

Categories: Environmental Affairs News


Water fountain Updates: Lead Testing and Corrective Action/Remediation

January 8, 2024

Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) with the assistance of Facilities Services has remediated the majority of the drinking water fixtures with detected lead identified during the campus-wide testing.

Categories: Lead in Campus Drinking Water


Preparedness in the Pit, Oct. 23, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

October 13, 2023

Learn how to prepare yourself for unforeseen emergencies at the Campus Safety Preparedness in the Pit event.

Categories: Safety Awareness News


Two staff members with respirators September is Respiratory Protection Awareness Month

September 8, 2023

EHS takes great pride in our Respiratory Protection Program. We ensure that all our employees who may be exposed to harmful particulates and who require respiratory protection have the proper training and knowledge of the best respiratory protection practices.

Categories: Workplace Safety News


Heat safety tool app screenshot Monitor the Heat this Summer

July 25, 2023

Use the Heat Safety Tool app to check the current temperature, humidity and heat index for your location.

Categories: Safety Awareness News, Workplace Safety News