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University Times: FBI veteran shares innovative approaches to campus safety
With more than 23 years of law enforcement experience, Scott Argiro has devoted his professional life to preparing for — and sometimes experiencing — alarming situations that often involve human beings at their worst behavior.
University Times: Fire safety part of Fall Safety Day and EH&S Safety Week
EH&S Safety week is coming: September 23–27, 2024!
Commander Bradley Kiefer graduated from the FBI National Academy
Commander Bradley Kiefer was invited in March to participate in the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, making him part of less than 1% of law enforcement officers worldwide who are accepted into the training program.
University Times: Pitt Public Safety wants everyone to be safe this year
Pitt Public Safety and Emergency Management deals with plenty of high-profile issues, but it’s often pedestrian awareness that can be the biggest safety concern each fall.
Pittwire: Walking, biking or driving on campus? Safety first!
Important tips for students, faculty and staff for getting to and from classes, study spaces, events and meetings this year.
Pittwire: Commander Shawn Ellies receives 2024 Men of Excellence award
The University of Pittsburgh Police Department's Commander Shawn Ellies was recognized by the New Pittsburgh Courier among the Class of 2024 Men of Excellence, an annual award that celebrates African American men in the Pittsburgh region who “inspire others through their vision and leadership, exceptional achievements, and participation in community services.”
AED Educational Sessions 7/24/2024
Join Pitt EH&S and ZOLL Medical for CPR and AED awareness on July 24, 2024.
Evacuation and Fire Safety Reminders
If you need to evacuate a building on campus, you should familiarize yourself with the sights, sounds and procedures developed by Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management.
Amy Simcik, OPSEM Employee of the Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2024
The Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management proudly awards Ms. Amy Simcik as the Employee of the Quarter
Chemical Waste Disposal Update
Due to the University closure on July 5, 2024, chemical waste receiving for BST and Scaife Hall has been cancelled. The next drop offs will take place as scheduled on July 19, 2024
Work Safely in Heat
Workers exposed to extreme heat or working in hot environments may face the risk of heat stress. Such exposure can lead to various occupational illnesses and injuries.
Campus AEDs Can Help Make the Difference During Cardiac Emergencies
If a cardiac emergency occurred in your workplace, would you know what to do? Timing is critical, and delays can have consequences.
CPR & AED Awareness Week
Annually, from June 1st to 7th, National CPR and AED Awareness Week highlights the life-saving potential of knowing CPR and how to use an AED. In an emergency, if you have to perform CPR, it will probably be to save the life of someone dear to you. Be the one to make a difference for your parent, spouse, or child.
CPR / AED Training ResourcesJoin the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at Pitt, along with organizations nationwide, in recognizing the vital importance of CPR and AED awareness.
