EHS & Risk Management
Office of EHS & Risk Management
The Risk Management Department of ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ University develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive risk management program. Programs address loss control and guidelines in order to reduce property loss, liability, and worker’s compensation or risk exposures.
The department is vested with the power to perform studies, evaluate existing projects, disseminate information, and provide training to enforce regulations related to public health.Reduction of the cost of risk is the primary objective of the risk management program; specific goals that support this primary objective are to:
- Minimize exposures to financial loss
- Protect physical assets
- Reduce the frequency and severity of accidents
- Provide a reasonably safe environment for employees and the public
- Minimize interruptions of services provided to the public
Occupational Health & Safety
Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP)
Insurance/Special Events
Fire Safety
Chemical, Biological, & Radiological Safety
Ergonomics
EHS & Risk Management Policies
- Emergency Management Policy
- Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP)
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program
- Fire & Life Safety Code
- Lab Safety Program & Safety Manuals, Policies & Procedures
- TSUS Driver Authorization Policy
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operation [Drone Policy]
- UAS Request Form
- Confined Space Program
- Potluck Meal Guidelines
- Hotwork Program
- Fireworks, Pyrotechnics, Flame Effects, and Entertainment Laser Guidelines
- Golf Cart & All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety & Use
- 15-Passenger Van Policy and Journey Management Plan