The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to environmental stewardship and excellence through compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and to continued improvement in environmental performance and pollution prevention. All employees should also recognize this commitment and practice them in their work.
The personal safety and health of each employee and student at UNK is of primary importance. Prevention of occupational injuries and illness is a goal of UNK. In keeping with applicable standards, the EHS Department will provide instruction on safety standards required for personal safety and health.
Training plays an important role in effectiveness of our staff. More importantly, training provides necessary information for individuals to perform their duties safely. UNK is committed to providing training to enhance the performance and safety of our staff. Quality assurance evaluations of buildings and grounds are performed to ensure given quality levels are being met.
Hazardous Materials Program
Hazardous Waste Accumulation Area Contingency Plan
Preventative Maintenance Schedules
Manager of Environmental Health & SafetyLee Ann Purdy
E-Mail: purdyla@unk.edu
Phone: (308) 865-1700
Hazardous Materials TechnicianRobin Harding
E-Mail: hardingr@unk.edu
Phone: (308) 865-1700