Environmental Health and Safety
National Safety Month Events from June 2026
PPE Assessment Assistance
First Aid Kit and Automatic External Defibrillator Management
Hazard Communication and SDS Inventories
Chemical Hygiene Plan and Lab Safety
Safety Training
Regulated Waste Management
Stormwater Management
DEQ Underground Storage Tank Certification
“Out of this nettle, danger, we pluck this flower, safety.” Henry IV Part 1
The Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Department supports the mission of PCC by promoting health, safety and environmental protection throughout the District with the objective of maintaining a safe learning and working environment. EH&S provides leadership in developing and supporting policies, procedures, programs and training opportunities in support of the protection of life, property, and the environment. Programs include disciplines such as: environmental management (soil, water), hazardous material and waste, environmental health, chemical hygiene, biohazard safety, construction and occupational health and safety.
What’s Happening in EH&S
How chemicals are managed and stored contributes to safety across the whole college. Strong procedures and practices for inventory management, timely use, and proper waste disposal can reduce unnecessary cost as a result of overstock or expired chemicals.
If your department uses and stores chemicals, make sure your department’s inventory in MSDSonline is up to date. Use the desktop icon to access MSDSonline from any college computer, or follow the steps here for other ways to access the inventory.
If you have chemicals that are expired or no longer used by your department, be sure to submit a waste pick up request through ReADY using the EH&S tile. Do not send chemicals and other hazardous materials to Central Distribution Services for surplus.
Who We Are
Cheryl Arpan
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Contact Cheryl Arpan
Responsible for Environmental Health and Employee Safety
