Department Committee Policy Resources MSDS Office Safety Lab Safety Construction Safety Severe Weather Disaster Safety		Environmental Health and Safety Department Mission and Functions The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department was established in 1993 and operates with the following mission. EHS is a sub unit of the UWSP Safety and Loss Control Office. Mission: To facilitate University compliance with environmental and occupational health regulations and the continuous improvement of campus environmental health and safety activities. Location: The EHS Department is housed in room 101 of the George Stien Building. EHS staff include: Dick Bartosh, EHS Officer (346-2320) Wendy Peterson, EHS Specialist (346-4464)     The EHS Dept. has the following functions: Air, Land and Water Pollution Concerns Air Monitoring Ergonomics Hazardous and Infectious Waste Disposal Indoor Air Quality Concerns Office Safety Safety Concerns Safety and Environmental Inspections Safety Program Development and Training: Asbestos Bloodborne Pathogens Chemical Hygiene Confined Space Entry Construction Safety Emergency Management Plan Hazard Communication Hearing Conservation Lead Lockout/Tagout Respiratory Protection Safety Orientation Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Supporting Campus EHS Committee Activities Toxic Substance Exposure Concerns