Division of Finance / Office of Risk Management

Office of Risk Management

Mission

EHS supports the mission of Stevens Institute of Technology by providing and coordinating programs and services which minimize safety, health, environmental and regulatory risk to the University community in a manner consistent with responsible fiscal and environmental stewardship.

Core Values

  • Protect people, the environment, and comply with regulations

  • Collaborate with Faculty, Staff and Students to promote a safety culture

  • Responsibly manage University assets, revenues and resources

  • Foster collaboration and cooperation across University departments

  • Stevens Institutional EHS Mission Statement

Environmental

Stevens is committed to preserving and protecting our environment. As part of that commitment Stevens has the following program in place to ensure environmental stewardship.

Please contact Environmental Health and Safety at [email protected].

Research and Lab Safety

EHS works in partnership with faculty, researchers, staff and students to promote safe and healthful laboratory environments that will support our mission, to inspire, nurture and educate our future leaders. Review the categories and information currently available and please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or [email protected] with any concerns or questions.

Biological

Chemical

Radiation

Shop Safety

  • Student / Research Shop Rules 

  • Machine Guarding

Occupational Safety & Insurance Risk Management

Occupational Safety 

Stevens EHS has established the following programs and procedures to assist faculty, staff and students in reducing risk and promoting safe work practices:

Please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or [email protected]. 

Insurance Risk Management

Domestic - Travel Insurance Information for Employees

International - Travel Insurance for Employees and Students

Fire Safety

Fire Safety

The prevention of fire in Stevens building or facility requires the vigilance and care of all building occupants, Facilities Maintenance, and Contrators. Stevens EHS has established the following programs and procedures to educate and heighten the awareness of faculty, staff, students, and visitors about the importance of day-to-day fire safety and fire prevention measures.

Fire Safety Resources:

Please contact Daniel Cunning, Fire Safety Coordinator at 201-216-3576 or [email protected]. 

Training

Stevens Institute requires training for laboratory employees to insure that they are adequately informed about the hazards present within the laboratory and methods for minimizing the risks of exposure.  "Laboratory employees" include faculty, staff, and students who work in a laboratory setting. The Office of Environmental Health and Safety provides a number of training courses for laboratory personnel. Below is a summary of the training programs offered at Stevens.

Laboratory Safety Training Programs

Laboratory Safety Training Schedule for 2021

Laboratory Safety Training Programs

Laboratory Safety/Chemical Hygiene Plan/Hazardous Waste Management

In compliance with the OSHA Laboratory Standard, Stevens must provide training for its laboratory employees at the time of their initial employment, each year thereafter and whenever new hazards are introduced into their laboratory environment. Laboratory personnel must also be trained on how to properly identify, collect, and dispose of hazardous waste generated in their lab.

Classroom Training (Provided by EHS) - Stevens Environmental Health and Safety Department requires all laboratory staff, students, as well as investigators, who may potentially come into contact with chemical hazards in the laboratory attend Laboratory Safety/Chemical Hygiene Plan training provided by The Office of Environmental Health and Safety. This program also provides information on how to properly identify, collect, and dispose of hazardous waste generated in the laboratory. All lab personnel are required to attend this training.

To find out the next scheduled training, contact The Office of Environmental Health and Safety at [email protected] or 201-216-8971.

Hands On/In Laboratory Training - An essential component of the laboratory safety training program is the hands-on or in-lab training which is given to all laboratory employees (full and part time) by the laboratory supervisor under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI). The training must include a review of lab specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), specific lab policies and/or procedures.

Laser Safety Training

Laser Safety Training is required for Class 3B, 3R and 4 laser users and recommended for all laser users. To be authorized to work with Class 3B, 3R, or 4 lasers you must complete an online tutorial and receive specific training on the systems you will use. Contact the office of EHS to register for the online training program.

Training on the specific laser systems you will use must be conducted by the responsible Principal Investigator (PI) or supervisor. The documentation of the specific training is kept on file in the lab.

Hydrofluoric Acid (HF) Training

Employees who handle Hydrofluoric Acid shall be trained on the hazards of HF and what to do in the event of an exposure or a spill. Prior to beginning work with HF, you must first contact EHS to discuss proposed work. Contact EHS if you are considering working with Hydrofluoric Acid.

Biological Safety/ Bloodborne Pathogens

Stevens Environmental Health and Safety Department require all laboratory staff, students, as well as investigators, who may potentially come into contact with biological materials in the laboratory attend a yearly biological safety training session.

Please contact Stevens EHS Department at X8971 or [email protected] for the next scheduled Biological Safety Training session.

If you would like to schedule a training program not listed on this page, please contact The Office of Environmental Health and Safety at [email protected] or 201-216-8971.

Weekly Safety Messages

Fire Extinguishers

Space Heaters

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) - Waste Management

Waste Management Mission Statement

Stevens generates waste as part of the research, teaching, and operations that occur on campus.  Stevens EHS is responsible for the development and implementation of proper management practices for all aspects of the handling, storage, and disposal of chemical and biological wastes that are generated on campus.  Our goal is to manage chemical and biological wastes in a safe and environmentally sound manner that complies with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Please contact David Fernandez, Chief Risk Officer at 201-216-8705 or [email protected].

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) Use on Campus

Learn more about the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) Use on Campus policy.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) Use on Campus

EHS Staff

EHS Main Telephone number 201.216.8971

David Fernandez
Chief Risk Officer
Phone: 201.216.8705
Email: [email protected]

Henry Hernandez
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Email: 

David Buoncuore
Fire Safety Coordinator
Email: [email protected]