This page will provide links to information and resources to address biological/infectious, chemical and environmental hazards that are found in a variety of health care environments and to information about emergency preparedness.

For general information about safety, health and environmental hazards in health care go to:

• The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health website
• The Occupational Safety and Health Administration website 

Bloodborne Pathogens and Infectious Diseases                                                          

• Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza
• Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)
• HIV, Hep A,B,C, Needlestick and Sharps
• Tuberculosis
• Personal Protective Equipment Including Respirators
• Infection control Principles - Hand Hygiene,  etc.

Chemical Hazards

• General Information about OSHA’s Hazard Communication Program and other General Information about Chemicals
• Latex Allergy
• Occupational Asthma
• Glutaraldehyde
• Antineoplastic and Other Hazardous Drugs
• Surgical Hazards Ethylene Oxide (EtO Waste Anesthetic Gases) 

Environmental Hazards

• Resources for environmental issues related to health care and information for health care professionals
• Resources for environmental health issues – General

Laser Safety

• Resources for laser safety

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Links to state, federal and other resources related to emergency preparedness and response