Environmental Health & Safety | Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Mission Statement

Welcome to the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). Our mission is to foster a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible campus community. Through comprehensive risk management, we are committed to supporting the institute’s educational, research, and service objectives by promoting best practices in safety and compliance.

At EHS, we provide resources and training designed to protect health, ensure safety, and prevent environmental impact related to campus operations. Whether you are a student, faculty member, or staff, we are here to help you understand the important role you play in maintaining a safe environment. Explore our site to find essential information on safety procedures, emergency preparedness, and safety training initiatives.

Thank you for joining us in our commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Together, we can create a safer, healthier future for our entire campus community.

Current Topics

End of School Year Laboratory Cleaning

As the school year starts to wind down, please review the procedures on collecting and disposing hazardous waste.

Procedure for Hazardous Waste Collection & Disposal

Safety Training Curriculum Guide

Are you unsure which trainings you should take? Use our Training Curriculum guide to help!

Find the guide here

Emergency Action Plan Training

Did you know that Emergency Action Plan training is required for all WPI employees? Find a training session that works for you!

Find upcoming sessions here

Online Training

EHS is offering Laboratory Safety Training and Hazard Communication Training as online courses. They can be found and accessed through our Training page.

Training page

Chemical Hygiene & Laboratory Safety

Chemical Hygiene is a critical part of being safe in the laboratory. EHS is providing various resources to individuals on different aspects of chemical hygiene and laboratory safety.

Chemical Hygiene & Laboratory Safety

Safety Policy on Age-Appropriate Activities for Minors

Information regarding the university policy on age-appropriate activities that minors can participate in WPI research laboratories.

Read policy here