About Us
Division of Chemical Health and Safety is an American Chemical Society division that pursues research into all elements of chemical and laboratory safety, including technical and management aspects. The Division hosts technical symposia at national and regional meetings and hosts educational workshops at national and regional meetings.
Vision Statement
Protecting people and the planet through excellence in chemical health and safety.
Mission Statement
Foster a collaborative global community that promotes best practices in chemical health and safety.
Professionalism, Safety, and Ethics
We support and promote the safe, ethical, responsible, and sustainable practice of chemistry coupled with professional and inclusive behavior and technical competence. We recognize a responsibility to safeguard the health of the planet and the people who live on it, through chemical stewardship.
Goals
Cultivate Community
Establish and implement a framework and infrastructure to recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain members and foster internal and external collaborations.
Communicate Best Practices
Through technical programming, educations, recognition, and outreach, advance and communicate best safety practices and their value.
Develop Leaders
Develop leaders in chemical safety in the Division, the health and safety profession, and the chemistry enterprise.