Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
Mission
EHS supports the mission of Stevens Institute of Technology by providing and coordinating programs and services which minimize safety, health, environmental and regulatory risk to the University community in a manner consistent with responsible fiscal and environmental stewardship.
Core Values
Protect people, the environment, and comply with regulations
Collaborate with Faculty, Staff and Students to promote a safety culture
Responsibly manage University assets, revenues and resources
Foster collaboration and cooperation across University departments
Environmental
Stevens is committed to preserving and protecting our environment. As part of that commitment Stevens has the following program in place to ensure environmental stewardship.
Please contact Environmental Health and Safety at EHS@stevens.edu.
Research and Lab Safety
EHS works in partnership with faculty, researchers, staff and students to promote safe and healthful laboratory environments that will support our mission, to inspire, nurture and educate our future leaders. Review the categories and information currently available and please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or David.Fernandez@stevens.edu with any concerns or questions.
Occupational Safety & Insurance Risk Management
Occupational Safety
Stevens EHS has established the following programs and procedures to assist faculty, staff and students in reducing risk and promoting safe work practices:
Please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or David.Fernandez@stevens.edu.
Insurance Risk Management
Domestic - Travel Insurance Information for Employees
International - Travel Insurance for Employees and Students
Fire Safety
Fire Safety
The prevention of fire in Stevens building or facility requires the vigilance and care of all building occupants, Facilities Maintenance, and Contrators. Stevens EHS has established the following programs and procedures to educate and heighten the awareness of faculty, staff, students, and visitors about the importance of day-to-day fire safety and fire prevention measures.
Fire Safety Resources:
Please contact Daniel Cunning, Fire Safety Coordinator at 201-216-3576 or Daniel.Cunning@stevens.edu.
Training
Stevens Institute requires training for laboratory employees to insure that they are adequately informed about the hazards present within the laboratory and methods for minimizing the risks of exposure. "Laboratory employees" include faculty, staff, and students who work in a laboratory setting. The Office of Environmental Health and Safety provides a number of training courses for laboratory personnel. Below is a summary of the training programs offered at Stevens.
Laboratory Safety Training Programs
Laboratory Safety Training Schedule for 2021
Laboratory Safety Training Programs
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) - Waste Management
Waste Management Mission Statement
Stevens generates waste as part of the research, teaching, and operations that occur on campus. Stevens EHS is responsible for the development and implementation of proper management practices for all aspects of the handling, storage, and disposal of chemical and biological wastes that are generated on campus. Our goal is to manage chemical and biological wastes in a safe and environmentally sound manner that complies with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
Please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or David.Fernandez@stevens.edu.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) Use on Campus
Learn more about the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) Use on Campus policy.
EHS Staff
EHS Main Telephone number 201.216.8971
David Fernandez
Chief Risk Officer
Phone: 201.216.8705
Email: dfernan1@stevens.edu
Byron Light
Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Phone: 201.216.3314
Email: klight1@stevens.edu
Daniel Cunning
Fire Safety Coordinator
Phone: 201.216.3576
Email: dcunning@stevens.edu