Christopher E. Kohler

Christopher E. Kohler serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Indiana University's Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, bringing over 20 years of institutional experience including 11 years as Laboratory Safety Manager and nine years as a geologist with the Indiana Geological Survey.

His educational foundation includes an M.S. in Geology (1985) and B.A. in Geology (1976), both earned at Indiana University. Professional expertise spans hazardous materials management, EPA/OSHA regulatory compliance, and laboratory safety systems development.

Kohler's work focuses on practical implementation of chemical safety protocols across 1,200+ university laboratories, environmental remediation of Superfund sites, and professional training for academic/commercial facilities nationwide through the American Chemical Society.

His distinguished credentials include:

• Certified Chemical Hygiene Officer (CCHO) from the National Registry of Certified Chemists
• Licensed Professional Geologist (LPG) in the State of Indiana

Currently teaching graduate course E-542 - Hazardous Materials since 2010, he bridges academic instruction with real-world environmental safety applications developed through decade-long remediation work at toxic waste sites.