Office of Environmental Safety

The Office of Environmental Safety supports the core values and mission of Gwynedd Mercy University by upholding our social responsibility to create a safe, environmentally friendly work place while observing federal, state and local regulatory standards. Our primary goal is provide educational programs, safety training and support for faculty and staff while maintaining environmental awareness.

The Office of Environmental Safety is located on the second floor of Maguire Hall, room 236. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to stop in and review federal and state regulatory documents, as well as chemicals SDS, or address environmental safety programs implemented on campus.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call 215-646-7300 ext. 21489 or access the Hazardous Conditions Report Form (PDF).

At Gwynedd Mercy University, our Biological Safety Program ensures the safe and proper use of biological materials and provides education on the disposal of biological waste and the use of proper protective equipment. It is important that our practices are in compliance with the federal and state regulations, and that the laboratories are equipped with the proper materials to allow students, staff and faculty to work safely with known and potential biological hazards.

GMercyU is concerned about the safety of our students, faculty and staff when using or generating hazardous chemicals. Our Chemical Safety Program provides information and education to ensure the safe handling, usage, collection, storage and disposal of chemicals generated on our campus.

The purpose of the Hazard Communication Plan is to establish a mechanism for the management of any chemical hazards, and to ensure the health and safety of all University personnel working with or around these chemical substances.

The Environmental Safety Office has an obligation to maintain a work place that is free of health hazards for the entire University community. Questions, concerns and suggestions are welcome and needed to continue this commitment.

Hazardous Condition Safety Concern form (PDF)

All documents related to the online training modules have been moved to GMercyU's portal. Please contact the Environmental Safety Manager at x21489 if you have trouble accessing these documents.

Gwynedd Mercy University is privileged to have faculty and staff who are educated on OSHA and EPA regulations, and support a continued effort for the development and implementation of compliance programs for our campus. For information on the some of the environmental compliance programs, review the documents below.

Universal Waste Management Program
We have developed a universal waste management plan that is overseen by our Plant Services and addresses the best management practices for the removal of all universal waste products, such as light bulbs and batteries.

We recognize our responsibility to educate and notify any occupants on campus of the potential of lead-based paint or other materials located in housing built before 1978. The Environmental Safety Office provides the following facts sheet and pamphlets as required by the EPA and OSHA.


Asbestos Removal Program
Plant Services is actively addressing the removal of all asbestos on campus. Many buildings built before the 1970s contain asbestos products. View the guide below or contact Plant Operations with questions or concerns about asbestos-containing materials.

Asbestos Awareness Guide (PDF)