Environmental Compliance

The Environmental Compliance Program at California State University, Long Beach is designed to protect the campus and surrounding community from the threat of an accidental release associated with air contamination, water contamination, soil contamination, above and underground storage tanks, asbestos, lead, hazardous materials or hazardous wastes. This is accomplished through employee training programs, procedures, and policies designed to ensure the safe handling and storage of hazardous materials, and proper disposal of hazardous wastes. The Environmental Compliance Program is also responsible for coordinating with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to help California State University Long Beach achieve compliance with rapidly changing environmental regulations. The following programs and guidelines were designed to assist the campus community. Questions concerning environmental compliance issues not covered in this website should be directed to the office of Environmental Health and Safety at 562.985.2378.