Staff Information
Special Assistant to the Deputy VP
Phone: 855-9276
Email: tealexan
indiana.edu
Education:
B.S. Environmental Health/Biology, Indiana State University
M.P.H. Public Health, Indiana University
Graduate Certificate in Public Management, Indiana University
Professional experience:
University Director of Environmental Health and Safety Management – Indiana University since 1995
Deputy State Health Commissioner – State Department of Health, 9 years
Assistant Bureau Chief (Environmental Health) – The Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County, 15 years
* Ted is honored to have received a Sagamore of the Wabash award for distinguished service from Governor Evan Bayh.
Acting Director
Phone: 855-3231
Email: mjensonindiana.edu
The Director is ultimately responsible for the management of all aspects of environmental health and safety at Indiana University.
Responsible for the duties of the Director in his absence as well as for air quality issues and permitting for the university.
Education:
B.S. Biochemistry, Indiana University
M.S. Environmental Science, Indiana University
J.D., Indiana University
Professional Experience:
Associate Director of Environmental Health and Safety - Indiana University, since 2002
Environmental Health and Safety Manager - Indiana University, 1 year
Environmental Compliance Specialist - Indiana University, 6 years
Accounting Associate
Phone: 855-6316
Email:
bclendenindiana.edu
Susie is the accounting associate for EHS. In this role she is responsible for departmental purchasing and invoicing and personnel records management. Susie is happy to pitch in when help is needed in other areas as well including newsletter editing and temporary food event approvals. She has been at IU for 30 years and can usually find a way to get things done.
Office Assistant
Phone: 855-6311
Email: cbaynesindiana.edu
When you stop by or call the Office of Environmental Health and Safety Management, the first person you will probably be in contact with will be Carole Baynes. Carole can answer your general questions or direct you to a staff member who can answer more specific questions. She will be happy to help you in any way possible such as taking information on your hazardous waste pick up or assisting with your temporary food event form. Carole has a BA. in journalism from Indiana University and has been working for EHS for 12 years. Prior to EHS she worked for the I.U. Fire and Safety Office for 17 years.
Environmental Manager
Phone: 855-3234
Email: dderheimindiana.edu
Responsible for overseeing and administering environmental management programs including hazardous materials, spill response, stormwater and SPCC management, environmental property assessments, underground storage tank management, and indoor air quality concerns.
Education:
B.S. Natural Resources and Environmental Science, Purdue University
M.P.A. Public Administration, University of West Florida
Professional experience:
Environmental Manager - Indiana University, since 1987
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 856-3108
Email: jalbenneindiana.edu
Responsible for hazard communication program; assisting with asbestos and OSHA inspections, personal protective equipment, and safety initiatives; and for assisting with CPR and first aid training.
Education:
B.S. Occupational Safety Management , Indiana University
Professional experience:
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Indiana University, since 2007
Safety Consultant – Safety Management Group, 2 years
Human Resources Assistant – Silgan Plastics, 3 years
Laboratory Safety Manager
Phone: 855-5454
Email:
cekohlerindiana.edu
Responsible for management of the laboratory safety and bloodborne pathogens programs including preparation of the Laboratory Chemical Safety Plan and the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan; recordkeeping for vaccinations; training in chemical hygiene and storage, general laboratory safety, and bloodborne pathogens exposure control; overseeing inspection of laboratories and equipment; and consultation on safety aspects of laboratory procedures and design.
Education:
B.A. Geology, Indiana University
M.S. Geology, Indiana University
Professional experience:
Laboratory Safety Officer - Indiana University, since 2002
Environmental Specialist - National Environmental Services Corp., 10 years
Geologist - Indiana Geological Survey, 8 years
Industrial Hygienist
Phone: 855-6313
Email: rkbreedeindiana.edu
Responsible for the asbestos, lead paint, and respiratory protection programs including medical surveillance.
Education:
B.S. Civil Engineering, Oregon State University
M.S. Environmental Engineering, Penn State University
Professional experience:
Industrial Hygienist - Indiana University, since 1976
Industrial Hygienist - US Army Environmental Hygiene Agency, 1 year
Sanitary Engineer - US Army Preventive Medicine Service, 3 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 855-7907
Email: rehowardindiana.edu
Responsible for the hazardous materials and waste management, biohazardous waste management, and emergency response programs including preparation of the hazardous waste and emergency response Integrated Contingency Plan for IUB.
Education:
B.S. Earth Science, Tennessee Technological University
Graduate Certificate in Hazardous Materials Management, Indiana University
Professional Experience:
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Indiana University, since 1996
Hazardous Waste Manager - Heritage Environmental Services, 6 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 856-2351
Email: suhowardindiana.edu
Responsible for hazardous materials and waste management, biohazardous waste management, spill response, and emergency planning including preparation of guidance and informational materials for these programs, and management of website content for the EHS department.
Education:
B.S. Natural Resources and Environmental Science, Purdue University
Professional experience:
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Indiana University, since 1999
Hazardous Waste Manager - Heritage Environmental Services, 9 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 855-3233
Email: taboehmindiana.edu
Responsible for assisting with the laboratory safety program including conducting inspections of laboratories, equipment, and chemical handling and storage areas; consulting on safety aspects of laboratory procedures and design; and hazardous material spill response.
Education:
B.A. Marine Science, Jacksonville University
Professional experience:
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Indiana University, since 2006
Veterinary Technician - Calumet Emergency Veterinary Clinic, 2 years.
Wet Chemistry Analyst - Gabriel Environmental Services, 6 months
Water Quality Analysis – Shedd Aquarium, 1 year
Industrial Hygienist
Phone: 855-6177
Email: pmmoserindiana.edu
Responsible for conducting industrial hygiene surveys to evaluate workplace hazards, administering the hearing conservation and confined space programs including training, and assisting with the asbestos, lead and indoor air quality programs.
Education:
B.S. Environmental Science, Rutgers University
Professional experience:
Industrial Hygienist - Indiana University, since 1994
Industrial Hygiene/Emergency Response/Construction Safety/Environmental Remediation, 20 years
Occupational Safety and Health Manager
Phone: 856-4759
Email: wruarkindiana.edu
Responsible for overseeing and administering occupational safety and public health programs including workplace hazard assessments, confined space evaluations, respirator fit testing, hearing conservation, fall protection, lockout/tagout, asbestos and lead management, ergonomics, food sanitation, hazard communication, and other employee safety concerns.
Education:
B.S. Health and Safety Education, Indiana University
M.S. Health and Safety Education, Indiana University
Certificate in Safety Management, United States Navy
Professional experience:
Training Coordinator - Indiana University, since 2003
Coordinator of Life Protection and Loss Control Training - Indiana University, 1 year
Faculty/Professional Staff (Hazard Control Program) - Indiana University, 15 years
Facilities Manager (School of HPER) - Indiana University, 2 years
Instructor – Environmental Management Institute, 2 years
EHS Training Mgr - General Electric, 1 year
Private Consultant in EHS Safety, Education, and Training, 6 years
Training Coordinator
Phone: 855-4477
Email: ctollingindiana.edu
Responsible for coordinating mandatory and recommended EHS training for IUB and regional campuses.
Education:
B.S. Biochemistry, Purdue University
M.S. Genetics, Purdue University
Professional experience:
EHS Specialist - Indiana University, since 2004
Associate Director, Safety & Risk Management - San Jose State University, 4 years
Campus EHS Program Manager - University of California San Francisco, 3 years
Safety Officer - General Electric Government Services @ NASA-ARC, 15 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 855-0857
Email: mjdorsetindiana.edu
Responsible for coordinating stormwater management programs at IU campuses, assisting with the hazardous materials management program at IUB, spill response, and maintenance of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Plan for IUB.
Education:
B.S. Biology, Purdue University
Professional experience:
Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist - Indiana University, since 2006
Hazardous Materials Supervisor, Monroe County Solid Waste District, 7 years
Assistant Fisheries Biologist, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, 3 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 856-5482
Email: gmckeenindiana.edu
Responsible for the food protection program including approval of temporary food events and permanent food service facilities; public and environmental health programs at IUB and regional campuses including public health emergency preparedness planning and response, communicable diseases, pest management, drinking and swimming water quality.
Education:
B.S. Environmental Management, Indiana University
Professional Experience:
EHS Specialist – Indiana University, since 2006
Environmental Health Specialist – Brown County Health Department, 1 year
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 856-3347
Email: jmodglinindiana.edu
Responsible for the food protection program including approval of temporary food events and permanent food service facilities; public and environmental health programs at IUB and regional campuses including public health emergency preparedness planning and response, communicable diseases, pest management, drinking and swimming water quality, and hazardous materials spill response.
Education:
B.S. Public Health, Indiana University
Professional Experience:
EHS Specialist – Indiana University, since 2006
Local Public Health Coordinator – Brown County Health Department, 2 years
Environmental Health Specialist – Morgan County Health Department, 3 years
Environmental Health Specialist III – Marion County Health Department, 2 years
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Phone: 855-7546
Email: cooperlmindiana.edu
Responsible for administering programs in the following areas: hazard communication, machine guarding, material handling, powered platform and manlift safety, scaffolding safety, and welding, cutting, and brazing safety. Also responsible for assisting with programs in excavation and trenching safety, fall protection, and first aid, analyzing OSHA 200/300 data, assisting in asbestos inspections, and other safety initiatives.
Education:
M.S. Safety Management, Indiana University
B.S. Occupational Safety and Health, Indiana University
A.S. Hazard Control, Indiana University
Certificate in Hazard Control, Indiana University
Professional experience:
EHS Specialist – Indiana University, since 2006
Independent Safety Manager – CB&T and Chapman Corp., 1 year
Safety Trainer/Advisor – Safety Management Group, 4 years
Steel-bay Coordinator/Safety Observer – General Electric, 4 years