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Safety Information

Emergency procedures:
  • In the event of a fire, serious injury, or other life-threatening situation, call:
  • City of Austin Emergency Services first at 9-911
  • Then call UT Police at 911 to escort and assist City services.
  • When a biological, chemical, or radioactive spill occurs, or other hazardous environmental situations such as possible gas leaks, air or water quality concerns, call:
  • Environmental Health and Safety at 471-3511 (8:00am-5:00pm M-F) or
  • Campus Police at 911 (nights, weekends and holidays).
  • After contacting the appropriate emergency responders, you should alert your supervisor and/or the Chairman’s Office at 471-3949.

Remember to have your name, number, location, and any other pertinent information available at the time of the call. It is important to inform the safety office and the police if any one has been injured or if there has been personal exposure to a dangerous substance.

Non-emergency contacts
  • For issues such as leaking pipes, electrical faults, air-conditioning problems, call:
  • Physical Plant -North Campus (Zone One) Maintenance shop at
  • 471-7728 (7:30am-5pm M-F)
  • For Custodial assistance, call the Custodial Help Desk at 471-5072.
Useful Safety Links
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Lab Safety Manual
Radiation/Laser Safety
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Austin Fire Department Safety Tips
Environmental Health & Safety forms
Safety Trainings