Environmental Health and Safety
In case of emergency or a need for immediate assistance,
call BSU Work Control at 765-285-5081; (7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday).
After normal working hours,
call BSU Campus Police at 281-1111
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Office supports Ball State University's core missions of education, research, and service by providing comprehensive environmental, health, and safety services to the University community and environment.
The Environmental Health and Safety group is responsible for:
Environmental Management
The environmental management of the overall grounds and structures comprising the Ball State Campus in a compliant, protective, and sustainable manner is the focus of these efforts. More...
Contact Mike Planton at 765-285-5092 or via email at mplanton@bsu.edu.
Environmental and Public Health
These programs provide for the chemical, physical, and biological safety, security, and community health for faculty, staff, students, and visitors while engaged in their educational, work, and related activities on campus. More...
Contact Tom Russell at 765-285-2807 or via email at tlrussell@bsu.edu.
Fire and Life Safety
This function provides for fire safety, emergency
preparedness, and life safety for all Ball State University students, faculty,
staff, and guests through various inspection, education, and safety
resources. More...
Contact Tim Kirby at
765-285-2815 or via email at tgkirby@bsu.edu.
Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health
This program is responsible for assisting campus units in providing a safe work environment for all Ball State employees and a safe environment for students and visitors through the recognition, evaluation and control of health and physical hazards. More...
Contact Anthony Rench at 765-285-2832 or via email at aarench@bsu.edu.