The EH&S Mission
Our mission is to partner with the University of Cincinnati community to facilitate and promote safety, health, and environmental management—through practical consultation, clear requirements, and ongoing education that supports excellence in teaching, research, and operations.
Who We Are
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is three programs in one office—environmental management, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety—supporting the University’s accountability for compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws, regulations, and recognized good practices. We also implement proactive initiatives that strengthen a safer and more environmentally sustainable campus.
In practice, that means we:
- help units identify hazards, evaluate risk, and implement controls that are workable in real campus settings.
- provide guidance, monitoring, and technical support to prevent injuries, illnesses, exposures, releases, and regulatory noncompliance; and
- promote a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement across the institution.
How to Reach Us
A single telephone number—513-556-4968—connects all members of the University of Cincinnati community to EH&S. Calls are centrally received and directed to the appropriate subject-matter expert, helping ensure the right response for routine requests, time-sensitive concerns, and incident-related questions.
Our Commitment
Our goal is to support the mission of the University by helping faculty, staff, and students achieve excellence through responsible stewardship of safety, health, and the environment. We aim to be a responsive, service-oriented partner—providing consistent expectations, timely support, and solutions that reduce risk while enabling the University’s work to move forward safely and compliantly.