Health, Safety and Environmental Management Policies

A range of different policies govern matters of health, safety and environmental management at the University.  Many of these policies, and information about the University’s mechanisms and processes for addressing these areas, can be found on the following webpages.  Other health-related policies may be contained in general policy compilations such as the Human Resources Manual and various student handbooks.

University Police/Department of Public Safety – information and policies relating to the Georgetown University Police and to public safety and crime reporting at the University.

Department of Safety and Environmental Management – information and policies relating to environmental management (both hazardous waste management and indoor air quality), fire and life safety, chemical and laboratory safety, occupational health and safety, and other related topics.

Office of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) – information and policies relating to biological, chemical, radiation, and laser safety, as well as policies relating to bloodborne pathogens, formaldehyde, and respiratory protection.

Student Health – information and policies relating to health services for Georgetown University students.