Training for work with Biological Materials
The type and frequency of training will depend on the agents/materials being used and the requirements of the facility where the lab(s) are located, training may be required for approval of your IBC protocol. The following matrix provides information on the training programs (including general laboratory safety training requirements), as well as links to information regarding the type of training offered and how to register for the specific training. If you have any questions regarding biosafety training that you may be required to complete, please contact the IBC administrator (biosafety@oehs.utah.edu).
Required Training Modules Guide
This guide serves as a way to distinguish which module(s) are required based on your position or the agents/materials being used within your lab. For a detailed description of the modules please review the Module Matrix Key below.
Are you a University of Utah faculty, staff, student or visitor who….. |
Module Number |
is a PI or Laboratory Supervisor |
1, 2, 3, 4 |
will work in a wet lab with biological materials at BSL2 or higher |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
AND/OR |
|
Will work at BSL1 |
6 |
Have a risk of an occupational exposure to human materials (e.g. blood, specimens, tissue or cells or cell lines, or bloodborne pathogens? |
7 (or 8), 9, or 10 |
Will work in a BSL2/BSL2+/BSL3 lab or space |
9, or 10 (or 8 for refresher), plus 18 |
Will work with recombinant viral vectors at BSL2 |
9 or 10, plus 18 |
Will work with recombinant viral vectors at BSL1 |
11, plus 18 |
Will work with animals at BSL2 |
12, plus 18 |
Will work with unfixed macaque primate tissues, cells, fluids or products |
13 |
Will ship or extramurally transport biological materials |
14 |
Will work in a BSL2/BSL2+ lab or space with other labs/groups present |
15 |
Will use a Biosafety Cabinet |
16 and/or 18 |
Will centrifuge biological materials |
17 |
Module matrix key
To view more details about your module, please click on the module number. If you are unable to register for a class in Bridge (or receive an error message) please contact Bryson Ockey for assistance at Bryson.Ockey@ehs.utah.edu
Module Number |
Module Name |
Frequency |
Provided By: |
New Employee Training |
At time of hire: |
Automatically assigned and notifications sent through the Online Bridge Learning Management System. May also be accessed through CIS or https://utah.bridgeapp.com/
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Laboratory Safety |
Time of Assignment |
Online: EHS (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) |
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Chemical Hygiene Training |
Time of Assignment and Annual |
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Hazard Communication |
Time of Assignment and Annual |
Online: EHS (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) |
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Lab-Specific Training |
Time of Assignment and Annual |
Principal Investigator/Lab Supervisor |
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Introduction to Biosafety |
Time of Assignment (Periodic repeat recommended) |
EHS (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/courses/54c87c5a/enroll) |
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Bloodborne Pathogens Training |
Time of Assignment and Annual |
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Bloodborne Pathogens (Refresher) Training |
Annual (after initial training) |
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BSL2 and Bloodborne Pathogens Training |
Time of Assignment and Every 3 Years* |
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BSL2, Bloodborne Pathogens and Viral Vectors Training |
Time of Assignment and Every 3 Years* |
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Online Viral Vector Training |
Time of Assignment and Every 3 Years |
University of Cincinnati (https://research.uc.edu/support/offices/biosafety/events-trainings) |
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Animal Biosafety Level 2 Training |
Time of Assignment and Every 3 Years |
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BSL2, Bloodborne pathogens and Herpes B virus Training |
Time of Assignment and Annual |
Contact Biosafety Officer (Biosafety@ehs.utah.edu) |
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Shipping Category B Infectious Substances and Dry Ice Training |
Every 2 Years |
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Shared Space Training |
Time of Assignment |
Lab Supervisor |
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Biosafety Cabinet Training |
Optional: time of assignment |
EHS Online (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/courses/b86dc785/enroll) , CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/labtraining/training-courses/biological-safety-cabinets.html) or EHS in Person Training (#18) |
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Fundamentals of Centrifuge Safety |
Optional: time of assignment |
CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/labtraining/training-courses/fundamentals-centrifuge-safety.html) |
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In Person Training |
Optional: time of assignment |
*Annual requirement for Bloodborne Pathogens training
Details
- New Employee Orientation Training (NEO). For all new employees, human resources will auto-assign, through the Online Bridge
Learning Management System (LMS), the following courses: Welcome to the University
of Utah; Benefits Information; Security Awareness; Equal Opportunity & Affirmative
Action; Sustainability at the U; Hazard Communications; and Safety in the Workplace.
This online training takes an average of 2 hours. Training may also be accessed through
CIS or https://utah.bridgeapp.com/
- Laboratory Safety. This training will cover multiple aspects of laboratory safety, including identification
of the most common routes of chemical exposure and identification of common hazards
found in a laboratory environment, proper handling, storage and disposal methods of
hazardous chemicals, and identification of control methods that reduce chemical exposure.
In addition, you will learn how to respond to various emergencies such as exposure,
spills and fire, and how to recognize hazards. You will learn housekeeping and storage
practices and how to protect yourself through the proper use Personal Protective Equipment
(or PPE) and emergency safety equipment. Training needs to be completed at the time of assignment. Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be found using
this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100).
- Chemical Hygiene Training. Participants will gain an understanding of the key laboratory safety practices and
procedures that should be followed to conduct safe science when working in University
research facilities. Presentation will include chemical properties of concern associated
with storing and handling chemicals, and methods to prevent exposure. Understanding
University labeling and signage, the handling and disposal of regulated waste, and
spill clean-up procedures, will be described. How to report incidents, injuries, and
illnesses will be explained and relevant campus resources will be discussed. All individuals
who work with flammable, corrosive, toxic, oxidizing, air or water reactive chemicals
in the research laboratory are required by OSHA Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
Standard (29 CFR 1910.1450). Typically, laboratories that work with these chemicals
generate waste that is hazardous to the environment, this training also details procedures
for unwanted materials disposal pursuant to RCRA training requirements for a University
laboratory (40 CFR 265.16, 40 CFR 262.207). Chemical Hygiene Training needs to be completed on an annual basis. Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be found using
this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100).
- Hazard Communication. Hazard communication, also known as HazCom, is a set of processes and procedures
that employers must implement in the workplace to effectively communicate hazards
associated with chemicals during handling, shipping, and any form of exposure. OSHA
requires that any employer with hazardous chemicals in the workplace must design and
institute a written hazard communication program, which includes labeling all containers,
giving all employees access to safety data sheets, and conducting a training program
for all employees who could be exposed to the hazards. This course will provide general
information for Hazard Communications. Training needs to be completed on an annual basis. This training is auto-assigned by HR at the time of hire. Repeat training may be
accessed through https://utah.bridgeapp.com/
- Laboratory/Protocol-Specific training. All personnel must receive training from the Principal Investigator, at the time of
assignment and at least annually thereafter. This training must include a risk assessment for any microbial agents being used
in the lab (including routes of infection, signs and symptoms of exposure and options
for vaccinations or post-exposure prophylaxis), engineering and work practice controls,
PPE requirements, spill clean-up procedures, and post-exposure procedures, as applicable.
Laboratories with a comprehensive Biosafety manual may use this for training, with
signatures documenting review. In person trainings, for example during lab meetings,
can also be documented using the “Site-Specific Training Checklist and Record SOP”
in the IBC Fact Sheets and SOP library.
- Introduction to Biosafety: This is an online training module that provides an introductory course for laboratory
personnel working with biological agents at Biosafety Level-1 at the University of
Utah. The course describes the use of engineering and administrative controls in the
lab, the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, how to clean up spills
of biological materials, waste disposal and what to do in the event of an exposure
incident. Register at: https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/courses/54c87c5a/enroll.
- Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Training: This is a 1.5 hour class required for anyone working with human or non-human primate
cell lines, blood, tissue, body fluids, as well as other potentially infectious material
(OPIM) of human origin: this includes work with established cell lines. Training must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated annually (see #8),
as described in federal regulations 29 CFR 1910.10309, the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard,
section (g)(2). Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be found
using this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) or through the IBC calendar.
- Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Refresher Training: For personnel that have previously completed the full Bloodborne pathogens training
class. This is a 1 hour class required for anyone working with human or non-human
primate cell lines, blood, tissue, body fluids, as well as other potentially infectious
material (OPIM) of human origin: this includes work with established cell lines. Training
must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated annually), as described in
federal regulations 29 CFR 1910.10309, the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, section
(g)(2). Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be
found using this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) or through the IBC calendar.
- Biosafety Level-2 (BSL-2) and Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Training. This is a 2 hour class required for anyone working with recombinant or synthetic
nucleic acids or pathogenic/toxic materials requiring BSL2 containment. This class
also includes information on Bloodborne Pathogens for those working with human or
non-human primate cell lines, blood, tissue, body fluids, as well as other potentially
infectious material (OPIM) of human origin: this includes work with established cell
lines. Training must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated whenever IBC registrations
are submitted (initial and renewal). However, personnel working with human or non-human primate samples or cell lines
must repeat BBP training annually by either retaking this class or taking one of the
BBP Training classes (See #7 or 8), as described in federal regulations 29 CFR 1910.10309,
the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, section (g)(2). Information regarding the class,
and how to register for a class, can be found using this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) or through the IBC calendar.
- BSL-2, Viral Vectors, and Bloodborne Pathogens Training. This is a 2 hour class required for anyone working with recombinant or synthetic
nucleic acids or pathogenic/toxic materials requiring BSL2 containment and includes
information on commonly used recombinant viral vectors. This class also includes
information on Bloodborne Pathogens for those working with human or non-human primate
cell lines, blood, tissue, body fluids, as well as other potentially infectious material
(OPIM) of human origin: this includes work with established cell lines. Training must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated whenever IBC registrations
are submitted (initial and renewal). However, personnel working with human or non-human primate samples or cell lines
must repeat BBP training annually by either retaking this class or taking one of the
BBP Training classes (See #7 or 8), as described in federal regulations 29 CFR 1910.10309,
the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, section (g)(2). Information regarding the class,
and how to register for a class, can be found using this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) or through the IBC calendar.
- Online Viral Vector Training. This is an online training module provided by the University of Cincinnati and can
be accessed using this link (https://ce.uc.edu/cpd/Workshops/Index/Biosafety?term=viral+vectors). This training is suitable for employees working with recombinant AAV or murine
retroviral vectors at BSL1 that do not attend one of the EHS BSL2 or Bloodborne Pathogens
training classes (#’s 7, 8, 9 or 10 above). In addition, modules are available for
recombinant lentiviral and adenoviral vectors that can be taken to supplement the
EHS classes. Participants must complete the Risk Assessment training (Module 1) plus
the module for the viral vector that they are using. Training must be documented
by completion of the Viral Vector Training Assurance form found here . Training must be completed prior to working in the laboratory and repeated whenever
IBC registrations are submitted (initial and renewal).
- Animal Biosafety Level 2 Training. This is a 30 minute online class required for anyone working with animals requiring
ABSL-2 containment. Training must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated whenever IBC registrations
are submitted (initial and renewal). Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be found using
this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100).
- BSL-2, Bloodborne Pathogens and Herpes B Virus Training. This is a 2 hour class required for anyone working with recombinant or synthetic
nucleic acids or pathogenic/toxic materials requiring BSL2 containment AND work with
Macaques, including unfixed samples and cells. This class also includes information
on Bloodborne Pathogens for those working with human or non-human primate cell lines,
blood, tissue, body fluids, as well as other potentially infectious material (OPIM)
of human origin: this includes work with established cell lines. The risks associated
with the potential exposure to Herpes B virus and procedures to follow in the event
of an exposure are described. Training must be completed at the time of assignment and repeated annually. Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class, can be found by
contacting the Biosafety officer at Biosafety@ehs.utah.edu.
- Shipping Category B Infectious Substances and Dry Ice Training. Participants will learn how to classify, package, label, and document shipments containing
infectious or potentially infectious materials in accordance with the U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT) and International Air Transporters Association (IATA) regulations.
Specific and practical information will be provided for laboratory personnel and study
coordinators who ship infectious or potentially infectious materials by air or highway.
Case scenarios will be included in the presentation. Regulations and procedures for
shipping with dry ice will also be described. Upon completion, participants will be
certified to ship Category B materials for a period of 2 years. All individuals who package and ship infectious materials and/or dry ice are required
by federal regulation (49 CFR 171-180) to complete Shipping Training every two years. Individuals who package and ship potentially infectious human specimens should also
complete this class. Information regarding the class, and how to register for a class,
can be found using this link (https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/category/100) or through the IBC calendar.
- Shared-Space Training. All BSL2 (or higher) lab spaces that are shared by 2 or more PIs using different
biohazardous agents, who are not co-PIs or co-investigators on an approved IBC protocol(s),
must conduct a joint “Biohazards Awareness and Training” session for all the personnel
working in the space. See “Training on Biohazards in Shared Spaces SOP” in the IBC Fact Sheets and SOP library.
- Biosafety Cabinet Training. The EHS Online course provides information on the safe use of Class II biological
safety cabinets (BSC). Topics covered include how to identify a BSC, how a BSC works
and protects the worker and environment, how to work safely inside a BSC, and what
to do if there is a spill while working in a BSC. Register and complete the course
at: https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/courses/b86dc785/enroll.
The CDC basic-level eLearning course provides information on the safe use of a Class II BSC. Topics covered include major parts of a BSC, how a BSC works, how to work safely inside a BSC, and what to do if there is an emergency while working in a BSC. Videos, interactive exercises, job aids, and a modifiable checklist template are included in the course to enhance the learning experience. Register and complete the course at: https://www.cdc.gov/labtraining/training-courses/biological-safety-cabinets.html.
- Fundamentals of Centrifuge Safety. This CDC basic-level eLearning course provides information on the safe use of centrifuges.
Topics covered include major parts of a centrifuge, types of centrifuges, potential
hazards, how to work safely with a centrifuge, and what to do if there is an emergency.
Register and complete the course at: https://www.cdc.gov/labtraining/training-courses/fundamentals-centrifuge-safety.html.
- EHS In Person Training Class. This hands on class includes an introduction to Biosafety cabinet use, including visualization of air flow, how to disinfect the cabinet, how to arrange materials for work, safe work practices and how to safely move materials in and out of the cabinet. The class will also demonstrate spill clean up, donning and doffing of PPE and hand washing. The class is currently offered monthly and is limited to 4 participants to facilitate physical distancing. Register and complete the course at: https://utah.bridgeapp.com/learner/training/b8c49d56/enroll