The University of Akron's Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety (EOHS) strives to ensure a safe environment for all faculty, staff, students and guests by:

• Assisting with coordinating compliance with all federal, state and local environmental laws.
• Reducing or eliminating accidents, injuries or serious harm through the identification and reduction of hazards and provision of appropriate safety training.
• Protecting the environment through the enforcement of existing rules and regulations and the promotion of procedures for the proper use and disposal of hazardous materials.