Environmental Health

Protecting community health involves the successful elimination or management of risk factors in the environment.

This includes:

  • Risk exposure identification
  • Assessment and control
  • Proactive interventions
  • Educational campaigns

As outlined in UBC Policy SC1-University Safety, all faculty, staff and students have a role to play in maintaining a healthy, safe and environmentally sustainable university.

The resources below are designed to support faculty and staff in fulfilling these responsibilities.

Extreme Environmental Conditions

Guidance and updates for extreme environmental conditions.

Cold Weather

Managing snowy and icy conditions on campus.

Hot Weather

Staying safe during hot weather and sun exposure.

Indoor Environmental Quality

Improving indoor environmental quality and when to seek help.

Scents in the Workplace

Reducing the impacts of scented products in the workplace.

Water Quality

The source, quality and safety of campus drinking water.