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Chargeable Service Request ESSR Chargeback Procedures Regulated Waste Report to ESSR SciShield Training
Mission, Vision, and Values Annual Report Contact Directory Org Chart News

ESSR Annual Report 2024-2025

ESSR 2024-2025 Annual Report

The ESSR Annual Report is now available, highlighting our accomplishments, key initiatives, and continued commitment to fostering a safe and sustainable campus community.
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Biosafety Month at UMD

ESSR is celebrating the 12th anniversary of Biosafety & Biosecurity Month with the theme “It takes a village to build a culture of biosafety,” highlighting campus-wide collaboration in research safety.
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Notice of Cases of Body Lice

The University of Maryland’s Pest Control Management Units have inspected and thoroughly treated the campus locations where body lice were reported. Inspections are continuing to ensure that no additional areas are affected. If you see a problem on campus, please submit a request through the Facilities Service Central portal. If you are experiencing symptoms, contact the University Health Center. All known areas have been inspected and treated.
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The University of Maryland’s Pest Control Management Units have inspected and thoroughly treated the campus locations where body lice were reported. Inspections are continuing to ensure that no additional areas are affected.  

If you see a problem on campus, please submit a request through the Facilities Service Central portal. If you are experiencing symptoms, contact the University Health Center.

All known areas have been inspected and treated.

Al Sactor Receiving President's Service Award

Celebrating Excellence: Al Sactor Honored with Prestigious UMD Award

Al Sactor, Assistant Director in the Fire Marshal Office at ESSR, received the President’s Distinguished Service Award. This marks the first time an ESSR team member has earned this prestigious university honor.
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The Laser and Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety Program at University of Maryland ensures the safe use of lasers and other non-ionizing radiation sources by minimizing exposure risks and promoting compliance with international safety standards. The program offers training, risk assessments, and expert guidance to support safe practices in labs, classrooms, and research settings. Non-ionizing radiation programs cover hazards produced by magnetic fields, ultraviolet light (UV), visible light, infrared, microwaves, radiofrequency, and extremely low frequency radiation.

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