What kinds of environmental, health and safety (EHS) issues exist at Keene State College?
There are a wide range of EHS issues that affect the College. We have a diverse campus population involved in many occupational job situations that require special safety procedures and training. For example, Physical Plant staff need training in OSHA mandated energy control procedures to ensure equipment doesn’t start unexpectedly during repairs. Child Development Staff, Rec Center staff, and Campus Safety need to follow proper procedures (and need training) for potential exposure to bloodbourne pathogens that could happen in the day to day performance of their job duties. Faculty need to know what procedures to follow in handling and managing hazardous waste. These are just a sampling of the types of activities that need EHS support. In addition, the College operates equipment such as boilers, underground storage tanks and others that require environmental permits through the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Resources. Repairs to old heating pipes may trigger an asbestos aba
