Welcome to ESSR
Our Vision is a campus where safety and sustainability are core values at every level of the institution.
UMD Heat Safety Program - Regulatory Requirement for Workplaces
With the summer season beginning, it is critical that we maintain a safe and healthy environment for our campus community. The university has guidelines to help you manage your workforce in summer conditions.
Terrapin Youth Programs
- Effective January 1, 2025 the Office of Risk Management will be implementing an administrative processing fee to register all Youth Programs and Camps.
- Prepare for Successful and Safe Summer Programs Involving Minors. Learn More
Celebrating 50 Years of Safety and a Sustainable Future
This year marks a significant milestone for the University of Maryland (UMD): the 50th anniversary of the Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk (ESSR). This is a moment to reflect on our journey, celebrate our achievements, and look forward to a future where safety and sustainability are deeply woven into the fabric of our university.
Report to ESSR
Report emergencies, spills, injuries, mold concerns, incidents, near misses and hazards by pressing the REPORT button.
To report a mold or air quality concern, press
Report a Mold or Air Quality Concern.
For general inquiries, visit AskESSR.
ESSR 2024: Our Impact by the Numbers
News
UMD Heat Safety Program
With the summer season beginning, it is critical that we maintain a safe and healthy environment for our campus community. The university has guidelines to help you manage your workforce in summer conditions.
Summer Youth Program Readiness
UMD requires all Summer Terrapin Youth Programs to meet safety requirements, including TerpLink registration and CPS/CJIS clearances. ESSR provides support and will monitor compliance to ensure all programs are fully approved before they begin.
Smart Stormwater Monitoring at UMD
Jason Baer and Kaitlyn Peterson from ESSR’s Office of Environmental Affairs co-authored a recently published study on an IoT-based stormwater monitoring system deployed at the University of Maryland.
Mary Dorman Appointed Executive Director of ESSR
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Dorman as Executive Director of the Department of Environmental Safety, Sustainability and Risk.
Join our Team
ESSR IS HIRING: Executive Director, Youth Protection Compliance Manager, and Biosafety Program Manager
Cold Safety in the Work Place
As we continue with winter, we should consider hazards including slippery roads/surfaces, strong winds and cold stress. All of us at UMD can prevent illnesses, injuries, or fatalities by controlling these hazards to protect ourselves and each other when we are impacted by winter weather.