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A video presentation on The Management of Biological Safety at the University of Cambridge.
A Raven password is needed to access this online course, although you can log in as a Friend. If you don't already have a Raven password please visit http://www.cam.ac.uk/cs/docs/faq/n5.html
An online course, including a quiz, for anyone either directly working with chemicals or who is responsible for persons working with chemicals including PIs, Post Grads, Post Docs and technicians.
A Raven password is needed to access this online course, although you can log in as a Friend. If you don't already have a Raven password please visit http://www.cam.ac.uk/cs/docs/faq/n5.html
Raise fire safety awareness for all members of the University and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation.
Please note that you will need to register when using the online fire training for the first time and know who your Fire Safety Manager is. Your Department should advise you who your Fire Safety Manager is.
Your Fire Safety Manager should be able to provide you with the first time user guide with instructions for registration. Alternatively you can contact us for this information. To access the training please click on Online Fire Training.
Postgraduate Safety Course self-explanatory introductory slides.
A Raven password is needed to access this online course, although you can log in as a Friend. If you don't already have a Raven password please visit http://www.cam.ac.uk/cs/docs/faq/n5.html
This online course is intended to provide some basic information about health and safety in the University and help you to understand your responsibility to: Keep yourself safe, look out for the safety of others, and co-operate with your department and the University.
A Raven password is needed to access this online course, although you can log in as a Friend. If you don't already have a Raven password please visit http://www.cam.ac.uk/cs/docs/faq/n5.html
Please note: Postgraduate students should complete the Postgraduate Safety Course Introduction Online Training instead.
This short course is designed to provide basic information to consignors, stores personnel, and departmental drivers on the nature of radioactivity, its effects on people and how we protect ourselves from 'radiation'. You do not need any previous knowledge of the nature or effects of radioactivity. We also cover in detail the rules and regulations concerning transport and movement of radioactive substances.
Who should attend? Departmental drivers from departments that consign radioactive materials or waste and stores managers and radiation protection supervisors who are responsible for consigning or transporting radioactive materials between departments or on the public roads.
Online training in Using Compressed Cylinder Gases Safely.
Once you have booked a provisional place on this course you will be emailed an access code and Learner Guidance and Support document to get you started.
There will be a quiz at the end of each module.
Online training in Using Liquid Nitrogen Safely.
Once you have booked a provisional place on this course you will be emailed an access code and Learner Guidance and Support document to get you started.
There will be a quiz at the end of each module.
This is a City and Guilds accredited course which will provide delegates with an understanding of the risks and the legal requirements under the Approved Code of Practice Legionnaires' disease. The control of legionella bacteria in water systems 2013.
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Mon 12 Apr 2021 | 09:00 | [Places] |
Mon 14 Jun 2021 | 09:00 | [Places] |
This course will provide clear instruction of what is expected of fire safety managers to assist responsible persons to comply with current fire safety legislation.
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Wed 3 Mar 2021 | 10:00 | [Full] |
Fire Warden training will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation.
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Wed 27 Jan 2021 | 10:00 | [Full] |
Mon 15 Feb 2021 | 10:00 | [Full] |
This course is an essential component of training for new laser users, which should be backed up by practical training in departments.
The course may be suitable for users of other classes of lasers, depending on the risk, but please discuss this with your Laser Safety Officer first.
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Mon 25 Jan 2021 | 14:00 | [Full] |
Mon 14 Jun 2021 | 10:00 | [Places] |
This is a City and Guilds accredited course which will provide delegates with a basic understanding of legionella awareness, the risks and the legal requirements under the Approved Code of Practice Legionnaires' disease. The control of legionella bacteria in water systems 2013.
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Wed 12 May 2021 | 09:00 | [Places] |
Anyone who is a first-time user of unsealed radioactive substances is expected to attend this acquaintanceship course before they begin the work. Users of radioactive substances who are new to the University should also attend. This course also acts as a refresher for experienced users and for users from other institutions or countries. There will be time for discussion and questions at the end of the session, and a self-assessment exercise of attendees’ core knowledge will be carried out.
Please follow this link https://sms.cam.ac.uk/media/3226606 to a 20 minute video 'Working with radioactivity safely' which you will need to watch before attending the main course. You will need your Raven password to access this video. If any problems, please contact safety.training@admin.cam.ac.uk .
This training will be run as a webinar through Office Teams.
A prior risk assessment of all work with genetically modified organisms, from bacteria to animals, is a requirement by law. The course cover the legal background and your duties, provide guidance on the Hazard Groups and containment levels, explain the notification system and guide you through an example GM risk assessment. At least a basic understanding of biology and genetic techniques is assumed, which will allow you to get the full benefit of this course.
Anyone who is or will be a first-time user or supervisor of x-ray equipment or other equipment generating ionising radiation is expected to attend this course before they begin work. Existing users and supervisors of these items of equipment who are new to the University should also attend.