The department primarily provides consultation to the college community in areas such as accident prevention, hazardous material handling, waste minimization, protective equipment selection, and general occupational safety. The Safety and Environmental Health Department also provides service functions such as disposal of hazardous waste, inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers, investigation and record-keeping of accidents, and maintenance of the material safety data sheet library and other hazard communication information. The Radiation Safety Officer oversees the use of radioactive materials and radiation equipment, and administers the radiation safety program. The Radiation Safety Officer provides consultation and training, radiation surveys, radioactive waste disposal, inventory and record-keeping, inspections, and maintenance of the college radioactive materials use license. The Campus Security Office oversees the security of campus facilities, the prevention of criminal acts, and the protection of students, staff, and visitors while on campus.
Officers respond to emergencies and provide traffic control services.