New Version of EHS Assistant Now Live
On January 7, 2021, EHS migrated to a new all-web based version (4.0) of our interactive software: Environmental Health & Safety Assistant (aka EHS Assist or EHSA. Access to the software is via the same URL (https://ehs.missouri.edu/ehsa) but there are also about 20 (and growing) all-new tutorials to help users with the new interface at https://ehs.missouri.edu/ehsa_tutorial .
Hazardous Waste Label Update
Starting February 28, the University of Missouri's Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) will require all hazardous waste containers to use new neon green labels, in line with updated EPA and MODNR regulations.
New Methylene Chloride Regulations
In April 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued new regulations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to enhance safety measures for methylene chloride usage. These regulations prohibit many common applications, including paint stripping, degreasing, and adhesive removal, while permitting certain uses under stringent safety protocols. The University of Missouri's Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) department is actively assisting faculty, staff, and researchers in adhering to these updated standards.
Self Directed Phone Assistance at EHS
Callers to EHS’s main number are guided by an auto-attendant system that directs them to the appropriate service or specialist based on their specific environmental health and safety needs.
Updated Biosafety Cabinet Certification Contact
The University of Missouri's contracted and approved vendor for providing Biosafety Cabinet(BSC) certifications/repairs is ACE Laboratory Systems.