Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) supports our research community in creating a safe, healthy environment for work, learning, and innovation. These resources are designed to help principal investigators (PIs), lab supervisors, and researchers integrate safety into the planning and design of new research, space modifications or relocations, and the commissioning or decommissioning of research laboratories and facilities.
In addition to the resources below, Campus Planning & Facilities Design is a key partner in the planning, design, and commissioning of research activities across campus.
Planning for New Research & Equipment
Contact Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) early in the research design and planning process. Proactive planning helps ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and alignment with best practices—ultimately supporting a smoother implementation of new research initiatives and equipment.
Space Changes and Research Relocation
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) supports the planning and implementation of space changes or research relocations by identifying potential hazards, recommending appropriate safety controls, and addressing specialized research requirements.
Initial Laboratory Safety Review
EHS can collaborate with researchers early in the planning stages of new research, equipment installations, space modifications, and relocations to conduct a laboratory safety review. This proactive approach helps ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient launch of new research activities.
EHS supports departments during the decommissioning process to ensure the health and safety of building occupants, maintain regulatory compliance, and prepare spaces for future research use. Learn more about EHS considerations in decommissioning to facilitate a smooth transition for new research activities.
