Health, Safety and Environment
HSE has expertise in chemical, biological, radiological, and physical safety; hazardous materials and waste management; field research safety; contractor safety; and environmental protection.
In alignment with the institutional Health, Safety, and Environment Management System, HSE offers the following services intended to facilitate safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible research and learning:
- Training and Competency: online and in-person learning
- Inspection and Maintenance: Equipment and space inspection and certification
- Hazard Management:
- Regulatory compliance advice and support
- Assistance in structuring and enabling safety committees
- Incident Management: reporting and investigation
A Commitment to Safety
President Flanagan reflects on the importance of safe behaviour, shared responsibilities, and leadership.
U of A COVID-19 Response
HSE Resources
Returning to Campus-COVID-19 e-learning
- Course is required for anyone returning to campus or already working on campus
- Outlines safety protocols to protect you, your colleagues, and your family from COVID-19
TAKE THE COURSE
Register your research and personnel
- All researchers must apply to return to campus. Review the instructions for researchers and register your research and personnel in the HSE Module of the ARISE database.
For more information about the return to work strategy, visit the U of A's COVID-19 website.
