Enviromental Health and Safety

Environmental Health and Safety

Environmental Health and Safety: Why It Matters

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) focuses on protecting people, communities, and the planet by addressing environmental risks and promoting sustainable practices. It’s about creating safe living and working spaces while minimizing harm to the environment and ensuring compliance with regulations.

A robust EHS framework not only safeguards human health and

well-being but also supports ecological balance, economic stability,

and the long-term health of our planet. It’s a crucial investment for a

sustainable future.

What Environmental Health and Safety Looks Like:

Implementing environmentally friendly practices to reduce pollution & waste
Ensuring compliance with environmental laws and safety standards
Regular monitoring and management of air, water, and soil quality
Providing training on environmental safety and sustainable practices
Proactively addressing and mitigating environmental hazards

Investing in Environmental Health and Safety is key to fostering a harmonious relationship between people and nature. By prioritizing EHS, we create healthier communities, preserve ecosystems, and pave the way for a sustainable tomorrow.

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Take our Enviomental Health and Safety Assessment to help you better understand your current baseline, then utilize the resources below for some tips and tricks!

Enviromental Health and Safety Assessment

Scoring Guide

60-75: Excellent environmental health awareness. You are making strong efforts to protect both your health and the environment around you.

45-59: Good environmental health practices. There are some areas where you can improve, but you are generally mindful of your environment.

30-44: Moderate environmental health awareness. Some environmental practices may require more attention to reduce risks to health.

30 and Below: Low environmental health awareness. It may be beneficial to increase your understanding of how your environment impacts your health and make changes to improve your habits.

This assessment helps gauge awareness and habits related to environmental health. Tracking this over time can help identify areas for improvement in both personal and environmental well-being.

Enviromental Health and Safety Resources

Creating a Healthy Living Space

Sustainability & Green Living

Environmental Education

Conservation

Connecting with Nature

Sustainable Gardening

Resource Links

https://www.epa.gov/

https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reduce-reuse-recycle-resources-students-and-educators

https://www.nih.gov/health-information/environmental-wellness-toolkit

https://www.gardendesign.com/how-to/

https://www.nature.org/en-us/

https://www.worldwildlife.org/

https://www.gardendesign.com/how-to/

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