August 2026 is Environmental Health and Safety Month at UWO!
During the month of August, we will again be offering FREE sessions for all full-time employees to highlight the importance of environmental health and safety. Safety is apart of all aspects of our lives. This month is an opportunity to learn, share resources, and engage with our colleagues from all different parts of campus.
We have an event almost every day. Read more about the sessions below. Please register at the link beneath each session if you would like to participate in that specific session. Location and other logistic information for your session will be emailed to you at a later date. For more information, please contact Danielle Juan at juand@uwosh.edu.
August 3
E-Waste Recycling
From 8am to 2pm, drop off your personal electronics for recycling. Here are a list of items to give you an idea of what you can recycle.
NOTE: Please review Prohibited Items
LOCATION: Campus Services, Document Services, Door #2
No registration necessary!
August 4
Steady on Your Feet: Balance and Strength Session
Slips, trips, and falls remain the number one cause of workplace injuries across the UW campus. One way to avoid the stumble is by having a strong core. Ashleigh Preston, Recreation Program Supervisor at the Student Rec and Wellness Center, will host an interactive session focused on balance training and core strengthening.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Registration is OPEN
August 5
CPR Certification
When sudden cardiac arrest occurs, immediate action can double or triple a person’s chance of survival. Join us for a practical, hands-on session where you’ll learn how to confidently perform high-quality CPR. Greg Batten, Director of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center will be providing certifications to only 10 employees!
NOTE: You will need to complete an online course and provide proof of completion prior to the session date.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Registration is closed!
August 6
Intro to Kayaking Safely
Have you ever thought about kayaking but wouldn’t event know how to get started. Greg Batten, Director of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, will show you the basics of how to begin kayaking – safely.
TIME: 8:00am-10:00am
LOCATION: Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Registration is closed!
August 7
Intro to Self-Defense
True personal safety starts long before a physical confrontation; join us for an interactive session focused on sharpening your situational awareness and learning essential personal defense strategies. Shannon Davis-Foust is a Senior Lecturer in our Biology Department and Environmental Studies Program. She also operates her own dojo in Omro! Shannon (and her co-facilitator Dennis) will be showing participants how to protect oneself from harm when facing an imminent attack.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is OPEN!
August 10
Fire Extinguisher Use Training
Think you know how to use a fire extinguisher? Put your skills to the test with this hands-on training using a real, controlled fire. You’ll learn when to fight a fire and how to confidently use a fire extinguisher with the PASS technique from Danielle Juan, Environmental Health and Safety Specialist.
TIME: 10:00am-10:30am
LOCATION: Patio at the Culver Family Welcome Center
Registration is now closed! There is another session on August 24th!
August 11
First Aid and Recognizing Medical Emergencies
Minutes matter in a medical crisis! Spend an hour with Tricia Burnell of the Student Health Center and walk away with life-saving confidence. We’re splitting the clock: 30 minutes of rapid-fire First Aid essentials, followed by 30 minutes unlocking the ultimate toolkit for recognizing true medical emergencies and executing the exact next steps to help.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 12
What is Narcan?
UWO is one of the few campuses that have Narcan available to the community. Join Kim Helm-Quest from the Student Health Center for a 30-minute training that teaches you how to recognize an opioid overdose and confidently administer Narcan. You’ll leave with practical, life-saving skills and the confidence to act when every second counts.
TIME: 11:30pm-Noon
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is OPEN!
August 13
Active Threat Shooter Training
UWO Police Chief Chris Tarmann is a nationally recognized instructor for active threat response. He will provide a presentation on the importance of being ready and what to do in a situation if someone has a firearm or weapon with the intent to harm.
TIME: 10:00am-11:30am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is OPEN!
August 14
August 17
Concentration
Ever found yourself driving to work and suddenly realizing you can’t recall the trip? You’re not alone! In this eye-opening class, participants will dive into the fascinating reasons behind our struggles with concentration and discover powerful techniques to
sharpen their focus. We’ll explore the transformative benefits of meditation and provide you with actionable strategies to enhance your mental clarity. Join us for this interactive session and walk away with practical tools and resources to elevate your self-improvement journey. Let’s reclaim your focus and make every moment count!
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 18
No events.
Instead, please support University Staff Professional Development Day!
August 19
Stop the Bleed
Stop the Bleed is a campaign to encourage bystanders to become trained and encouraged to help in bleeding emergencies. Rebecca Stephani is an Instructional Staff Lecturer in our College of Nursing. She will share life-saving skills so participants will be able to initiate emergency interventions in the cases of uncontrolled bleeding.
TIME: 11:00am-NOON
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 20
Intro to Gardening Safely
Ready to grow your green thumb and cultivate a safer, healthier hobby? Spend an hour with Lisa Mick from the Grounds Department to unlock the fundamentals of successful gardening! Get the skills, get dirty, and learn how to grow with confidence – safely!
TIME: 11:00am-Noon
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 21
Pet First Aid
Your furry family members count on you when something goes wrong. Join Ellie Lang from Residence Life for this informative Pet First Aid session and learn how to recognize common pet emergencies, provide basic first aid, and respond confidently until veterinary care is available.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 24
Fire Extinguisher Use Training
Think you know how to use a fire extinguisher? Put your skills to the test with this hands-on training using a real, controlled fire. You’ll learn when to fight a fire and how to confidently use a fire extinguisher with the PASS technique from Danielle Juan, Environmental Health and Safety Specialist.
TIME: 10:00am-10:30am
LOCATION: Patio at the Culver Family Welcome Center
Registration is now OPEN!
August 25
No events.
Instead, please support the UWO AI Conference!
August 26
It Takes Us All: Making a difference no matter your role on campus.
Have you ever encountered someone that seemed “off” or tearful? Maybe they’ve shown up to your office or their on-campus job and really didn’t seem like themselves. Join us to get up to date on common concerns impacting people’s mental health and well-being. We’ll give you tips on what to look for and simple tools to help. We’ll also refresh you on resources available for everyone.
TIME: 10:00am-11:00am
LOCATION: Sage 2221
Registration is now OPEN!
August 27
E-Waste Recycling
From 8am – 2pm, drop off your personal electronics for recycling. Here are a list of items to give you an idea of what you can recycle.
NOTE: Please review Prohibited Items
LOCATION: Campus Services, Document Services, Door #2
No registration necessary!
August 28
A note from your EHS Specialist
Any feedback appreciated
Check out pictures from last year’s session!
Active Threat Training
First Aid and Narcan
Pet First Aid 2
Pet First Aid 1
Plumber Help
Kayak 2
Kayak 1
Kayak 3
Kayak 4
Electrician Help 1
