Environmental Health and Safety
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
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is gearing up for National Safety Month 2026! This year’s focus is on personal protective equipment and other hazard controls. All are welcome to join us at our tabling events:
- June 1st – Rock Creek – Building 5 Lobby
- June 2nd – Cascade – Student Union Lobby
- June 3rd – Sylvania – CC Upper Mall Entrance
- June 4th – Southeast – Mt Tabor Great Hall B
All tabling events will be from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Visit the National Safety Month page for more updates!
Who We Are
Cheryl Arpan
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Contact Cheryl Arpan
Responsible for Environmental Health and Employee Safety
