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OEH&S Training
OEH&S can also provide specialized training modules. Examples we've recently developed include Basic Laboratory Safety for laboratory technicians and dishwashers, Safety for Facilities Management (Crafts, Custodial, Grounds, and Office Personnel), Bloodborne Pathogens Training for employees of the Dental School. Often, we add the "specialized training" module to the regular training schedule, once the module has been given, and its general usefulness demonstrated. We can also provide assistance to supervisors, laboratory managers, and others who have responsibility for training employees in workplace hazards. For further information, contact your DSA or the OEH&S Training Coordinator. Safety Training For Campus Personnel The Hazard Communication Standard, Radioactive Materials License, and Bloodborne Pathogen Standard require that employees be provided with initial training and information on hazards relating to their jobs when they are hired or assigned to a job involving these hazardous materials. Additional training must be provided when the employee is exposed to new hazards in the workplace.In addition, periodic annual safety retraining must be provided to insure employee's competency in safety. The basic responsibility for employee training is with the Supervisors. OEH&S can assist in providing training materials for meeting the legal requirements. Laboratory Safety For Researchers - Online This class introduces chemical safety, biosafety, Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), ISEMs, fire safety, and emergency procedures. It fulfills Cal-OSHA training requirements for Hazard Communication and IIPP. It is required for all campus laboratory research personnel and graduate students to complete all safety training at the time of their initial assignment. Training for lab-specific hazards, and whenever a new hazard is introduced, is the responsibility of the supervisor. Note: Additional training may be required based on job assignment including radiation safety, bloodborne pathogens, etc. For questions, please contact your Department Safety Advisor. Please go to Research Online to register. It may take a few days for you to receive your username. Documentation: Controlled substance users also need to submit an Information on User of Controlled Substances Form. This class is basic radiation safety as mandated by Title 17 and it is required for all users of radioactive material or radioactive devices such as x ray machines. Completion of the course and passing the test is required prior to employee’s name being added to a Radioactive Materials Use Authorization. *Completion of Laboratory Safety for Researches is required prior to taking this class. Research Online Controlled Substances - Online This class describes procedures for users who will be working with DEA regulated material. Completion of the course and passing the test is required prior to the employee’s name being added to a Controlled Substance Use Authorization. *Completion of Laboratory Safety for Researches is required prior to taking this class. Research Online Laboratory Safety for Researchers - Refresher This class is required by regulatory agencies to ensure laboratory staff is currently trained in mandated laboratory related environmental, health and safety topics. It is required every two years after completion of the Lab Safety for Researchers course. The class includes a discussion of hazardous materials, chemical hazards , general safety, radiation safety, etc. If you would like to take this course online now, please click on this link for Research Online. Introduction to Laboratory Safety for Laboratory Assistants and Dishwashers This class introduces non-technical laboratory employees to laboratory safety. It focuses on recognition of standard hazards in the laboratory and emphasizes understanding of procedures and hazards before undertaking a task. The class is offered monthly, or by special request. Please contact the OEH&S Training Coordinator @ 502-8278. Office Ergonomics Training and Self Evaluation This class introduces computer users to the UCSF ergonomics program and helps users to assess their own work stations and work practices. Topics include: roles and responsibilities in the ergonomics program, common signs and symptoms of computer-related injuries, ergonomic risk factors, modifying work practices and work station to reduce risk of injuries and improve comfort, access to resources including preferred product lists, and who to contact for further information. If you would like to take this course online now, please click on this link for Research Online. Annual Safety Training for Facilities Management This class covers Introduction to the OEH&S Office, the UCSF Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Fire Safety, Earthquake Safety, Biosafety, and Hazardous Materials and Wastes. The class schedule is maintained by Facilities Management; information on class availability can be obtained by calling 476-6506. Bloodborne Pathogens Training (initial and refresher) - online This class presents the requirements of the California Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, including the nature and epidemiology of bloodborne pathogens, and the methods of protecting against exposure. It is required for all employees working with potential exposure to:
Bloodborne Pathogens Training* is available through Research Online. PLEASE NOTE: This training must be renewed annually. *Completion of Laboratory Safety for Researchers is required prior to taking this class. Fire Safety Training - New February 2004 The new OEH&S Fire Safety Training course covers many important topics related to fire safety, including: different types of Fire Suppression Systems & Notification Resources; who to contact in the event of a fire, or if you need fire extinguisher service; and What happens when a fire alarm is activated. This course is offered online only; follow this link to Research Online if you would like to take the Fire Safety training now. The purpose of this short course is to train UCSF personnel in basic hazardous waste management practices. UCSF policy mandates that all laboratory staff attend the basic orientation training for laboratory workers provided by OEH&S (call 476-1300 for information); if you handle hazardous waste, you must take this course, either in person or online. For details, refer to UCSF policy item # 550: Health and Safety, then follow link to # 550-15: Environmental Health and Safety Training. If you would like to take this course online now, follow this link to Research Online. OSHA requires hospitals to provide a minimum of 8 hours of training to staff who are expected to decontaminate victims or handle victims before they are thoroughly decontaminated. Clinicians and non-clinicians from both Medical Center and campus are eligible to take this training. By participating in this training, staff understand that in the event of a major emergency, they may be contacted to provide clinical or other support services, within the scope of their license, skills, and abilities, to UCSF Medical Center patients and/or to emergency recovery activities of UCSF. Preregistration is required and may be done by through online registration.Medical Center Annual Safety Training This one hour course reviews the safety issues most common to the Medical Center and covered by the Management of Environment of Care Manual. It covers General Safety, Fire and Life Safety, Infectious Disease Transmission, Emergency Preparedness, Medical Equipment, Utility Failures, Hazardous Materials and Wastes, Ergonomics and Safe Lifting Techniques, Hazard Communication, and Workplace Violence and Physical Safety Issues. Various multimedia training methods are utilized and students are evaluated by a multiple choice quiz. This class is required for all Medical Center staff. Classes are held at various locations throughout the year. Preregistration is required and may be done by calling 476-1300 or through online registration.Safe Shipping of Biohazards - online Biohazardous materials are constantly being transported both among UCSF campuses and between UCSF and facilities throughout the world. The process of shipping these materials is highly regulated. Non-compliance can lead to refusal to accept shipments, fines and other punitive actions. If you or others in your laboratory are responsible for the transport or movement of biological or biohazardous materials, at least one person from your lab must be trained in the Safe Shipping of Biohazards. Safe Shipping of Biohazards* is available
through Research
Online. PLEASE NOTE: This training must be renewed every 2 years. *Completion of Laboratory
Safety for Researchers is required prior to taking this class. |
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