Campus Safety: General

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Allergic reactions occur in people with sensitivities from exposure to allergens such as food,... read more

A Policy of Environmental Health & Safety

It is a policy of the University of Massachusetts... read more

The purpose of these guidelines is to establish the procedures used by UMass personnel and... read more

When entering into an area that qualifies as a confined space, it must be done with the proper... read more

Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more

The Excavation and Trench Permit document includes:

Excavation and Trench Permit Form... read more

Attached is a visual flowchart involving the Permit Applicant, the Permitting Authority, and the... read more

Effective February 17, 2009, all excavators must obtain a permit prior to the creation of a... read more

Why do I need hearing protection?

The UMass Amherst Hearing Conservation Program has been... read more

Please see the FAQs in the document above to get answers to common questions about the hearing... read more

Ergonomics for the Home Office

When working from home, it is essential... read more

Liability Release Form for Children and Unauthorized Persons in Labs and Other Potentially... read more

This fact sheet discusses the difference between noise cancelling devices and rated hearing... read more

Some hazardous materials can affect your hearing after repeated and prolonged exposure.  These... read more

Complete the Pedestrian Impact Permit when your work will obstruct outdoor pedestrian walkways... read more

Below are a number of Physical Plant policies and guidelines that interact with EH&S issues... read more

Tobacco-Free UMass Amherst

Acting on the recommendation of the Faculty Senate, the University of... read more

To ensure the safety of the campus community, UMass Amherst prohibits the use of hoverboards,... read more

What You Should Know About Carbon Monoxide

Whether you heat with wood, oil, gas or coal, your... read more

Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more

Workstation ergonomics focuses on the employee and how their work area affects their body. ... read more