Environmental Compliance
EHS occasionally acquires unused or slightly used chemicals during laboratory moves and cleanouts. These materials are kept in storage for redistribution to other laboratories upon request. Please contact EHS at 703-993-8448 for more information about the availability of these materials or if you would like to submit unused or slightly used stock to us for redistribution.
EHS will properly package, label, and ship hazardous materials upon request from faculty and staff when provided with the required advanced notice. More information on shipping and receiving of hazardous materials can be found in the Hazardous Materials Shipping and Receiving Guide.
Laboratory Safety
A registration must be completed for all research and instructional projects involving the use of biological materials and/or sources of ionizing radiation at George Mason University. The forms request general project information and include a checklist of materials that will be used in the project. Depending on the nature of the project, Principle Investigators or Course Coordinators (PI/CC) may need to submit one or several forms. In some cases, PI/CC may be asked to provide supplemental information to facilitate the review process. Email labsafe@gmu.edu if you need to register sources of ionizing radiation; IBC Registration forms can be accessed via the links below.
Completed IBC Registration, Radiation Registration forms, and attachments should be submitted electronically to EHS-Laboratory Safety (labsafe@gmu.edu). EHS will route completed forms to the appropriate safety review committee(s).
IBC Registration:
EHS conducts weekly collections of waste from all laboratories and established satellite accumulation areas. EHS can also be contacted directly to schedule waste collections and supply deliveries, or to set up a new satellite accumulation area, by emailing labsafe@gmu.edu or contacting EHS. For more information about this program please review the Chemical, Hazardous, and Universal Waste Guide.
Occupational Safety
George Mason University is committed to providing a work environment that is free of recognized hazards and investigating complaints that may be related to poor indoor air quality (IAQ). EHS conducts IAQ investigations upon request. Contact EHS to learn more.
As part of a comprehensive occupational safety program, EHS conducts routine inspections of work areas that are subject to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulations. Please contact EHS to inquire about the EHS inspection process or schedule.