Department of University Safety & Assurances
We provide environmental health & safety, research compliance, and risk management services at UWM. Our programs support and protect faculty, students, staff, visitors, and our institution by promoting safety, high ethical standards, and risk reduction throughout the UWM community.
Program Information
Emergency Preparedness
It is the policy of the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee to immediately notify the campus community upon confirmation of a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of students, employees or visitors on campus.
- Fire and Tornado
- Active Shooter
- Power Outage
- Floods
Environmental Protection
Protecting the environment from hazardous materials, spills, and wastes.
- Hazardous Waste Pickups
- Biological and Radioactive Materials
- Spill Prevention
- Hazardous Material Transportation
Research Compliance
Ensuring regulatory compliance for research.
- Animals
- Biohazards & Recombinant Techniques
- Human Subjects
Risk Management
Identifying, evaluating, and controlling loss exposures to minimize the adverse effects of unpredictable events and assisting departments in their recovery efforts.
- Building Damage
- Liability Insurance
- Vehicle Use
Safety & Health
Promoting safety, compliance, and environmental health for students, faculty, and staff across all university activities.
- Biosafety & Chemical Hygiene
- Lab / Shop / Studio Safety
- Occupational Safety & Health
- Radiation Safety