Supports the Hopkins community in ensuring a safe, compliant environment while serving as a technical and training resource for biological safety.
Our Mission
We are responsible for promoting the safety of the Johns Hopkins community through effective occupational and environmental management practices. Occupational & Environmental Safety, a division of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), provides services and leadership in the areas of environmental monitoring, fire safety, biological safety, radiation safety, chemical safety, laboratory safety, facility and equipment safety and employee safety training programs. Our goal is to provide responsive service and critical support to ensure that Johns Hopkins is a safe environment in which to work, study, and live.
Spotlight On Safety
Locations We Serve
Please visit your dedicated Johns Hopkins location for additional safety questions or guidance.
JH LocationsOccupational & Environmental Safety (OES) Departments
Ensures the safe management of hazardous chemicals through compliance with OSHA, EPA, and MDE regulations, providing guidance, training, and oversight on safe practices, risk controls, and incident response.
Establishes a safe, functional, and compliant healthcare setting by managing safety, security, hazardous materials, fire safety, medical equipment, utilities, and emergency preparedness.
Occupational & Environmental Safety
Promotes a safe work environment by guiding all aspects of safety programs, from hazard management and training to environmental control, fire safety, and facility design.
Ensures the safe, effective use of radiation in research, medicine, and education while complying with all regulatory standards.
Partners with the research community to promote compliance and best practices through comprehensive safety programs, training, consultations, surveys, and support for laboratory design and compliance.
Services And Resources
Respiratory Protection & Fit-Testing
Assuring appropriate respiratory protection for our workforce members.
Chemical and Hazardous Waste Disposal
The safe management, treatment, and permanent disposal of substances that are ignitable, corrosive, reactive, or toxic.
Biological Safety Cabinet Assessments, Certifications, and Maintenance
Assess, certify, and maintain to ensure system adequacy.
Radioactive Waste Disposal and Pickup Request
Removal and isolating hazardous nuclear byproducts from the environment.
A comprehensive document providing detailed safety, handling, and hazard information for chemical products.
Quick Links
OES Leadership & Staff
View all departmental policies and guidelines
View available HSE Training
View all available HSE Forms