Urban Ecology Center

Urban Ecology Center brings a unique environmental health perspective to workplace safety consulting in Milwaukee. Originally focused on environmental education, we've expanded our expertise to help businesses create healthier, safer work environments. Our approach combines traditional OSHA compliance with environmental health principles, addressing indoor air quality, chemical exposures, and sustainable safety practices. We're particularly strong with businesses seeking comprehensive environmental health assessments alongside safety compliance. However, we're upfront that our environmental focus means we may not be the best fit for heavy industrial or construction safety needs. Our sweet spot is office environments, light manufacturing, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions where environmental and safety concerns intersect.

Our workplace safety services emphasize environmental health integration with OSHA compliance requirements. We conduct comprehensive indoor air quality assessments, identifying mold, chemical vapors, and ventilation issues that affect employee health and safety. Ergonomic evaluations focus on preventing repetitive stress injuries and creating healthier workstations. We provide specialized training in green cleaning protocols, chemical safety, and environmental hazard recognition. Our safety program development incorporates sustainability principles and emphasizes prevention over remediation. Fire safety services include natural disaster preparedness and environmental emergency response planning. Additional offerings include noise level assessments, lighting evaluations for eye strain prevention, and stress reduction through biophilic workplace design. We help establish wellness committees that address both safety and environmental health concerns. Documentation services ensure compliance with both OSHA and EPA requirements where applicable.

We begin with a comprehensive environmental health questionnaire covering your facility's history, current concerns, and sustainability goals. Our initial assessment takes 3-4 hours and includes air quality testing, lighting measurements, and ergonomic observations alongside traditional safety hazard identification. You'll receive a detailed report within 10 days that prioritizes recommendations by health impact and regulatory requirements. We provide both immediate action items and long-term improvement strategies. Our implementation process emphasizes employee education and engagement. Follow-up visits occur at 30 and 90 days to measure air quality improvements and assess program effectiveness. Most clients see measurable improvements in employee satisfaction and reduced health-related absences within the first quarter.

We serve the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area, including Waukesha, West Allis, Wauwatosa, and surrounding communities. Our team regularly works with businesses throughout southeastern Wisconsin, from Madison to Green Bay for larger projects. We also provide remote consultation services for environmental health assessments and can coordinate with local partners in other Wisconsin markets. Travel fees apply for locations more than 50 miles from Milwaukee.