Training

Description:

This course is required for all Oakland University individuals that work in or around the laboratories where hazardous work may be performed, and/or where hazardous materials are handled or stored. Individuals are required to take this course before working in the laboratory. The course details Oakland University’s Chemical Hygiene Plan and includes instructions and training in safe standard laboratory work practices, use of personal protective equipment, health and safety information for chemical hazard classes, MSDS, and toxicology overview. Training also reviews emergency preparedness and response procedures.

Requirements:

This course fulfills the general requirements under the MIOSHA Part 431 Rules for Hazardous Work in Laboratories and includes pertinent information regarding OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Michigan Right-to-Know Law.

In addition to the General Laboratory Safety training, Site Specific training is required and will be provided to individuals who will conduct or observe work with chemicals in the laboratory. It is to be conducted and documented by the Principal Investigator, laboratory supervisor, or a designee. It is designed to address the specific hazards that may be associated with specific work and the laboratory environment.

Description:

This is a mandatory course for employees working with biological material classified at Biosafety Level 2 or greater. The course focuses on good microbiological practices and safe handling of biological material, discussions of facilities and different types of safety equipment, and biocontainment. Topics include proper decontamination and disinfection procedures as well as disposal of biological materials, including sharps and infectious agents. Training also reviews emergency preparedness and response procedures, and includes Oakland University’s Biosafety Policies and Procedures.

Requirements:

Biosafety training is recommended by CDC/NIH for researchers and laboratory workers as outlined in "Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories” (BMBL) 6^th edition.

Description:

Laboratory workers that may be exposed to human blood and/or other potentially infectious human material (e.g., tissue, fluids, cell lines) must attend a "Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control” course prior to working with the human material. The course offers a detailed discussion of Oakland University’s BBP Exposure Control Plan which includes but is not limited to such topics as:

• Definitions and Communication of Hazards to Laboratory workers
• Safe Work Practices, Personal Protective Equipment, and Engineering Controls
• Safe handling of contaminated materials and waste
• Universal Precautions, transmission of bloodborne pathogens and associated diseases
• Exposure determination and post exposure response and procedures
• Hepatitis B vaccinations, and Recordkeeping

Requirements:

Training is required by OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, 1910.1030 for all laboratory workers with a potential for occupational exposure to human blood or other potentially infectious materials in the workplace.

Annual refresher training is required to stay informed of changes and review safe practices.

Description:

This course is provided for individuals who are authorized to work with radioactive materials and is mandatory prior to working with the material. The Radiation Safety training provides information about policies and procedures at Oakland University that ensures compliance with State and Federal licensure. Radiation safety training includes topics such as a brief introduction to radiation physics, biological effects and the risks of radiation exposure, basic principles of radiation protection. exposure limits, personnel monitoring for radiation exposure, rights and responsibilities of radiation workers, good work practices, isotope storage and security, contamination control techniques, radiation measurements and calculations, the proper and safe handling of radioactive waste, and emergency response and accident recovery

Annual refresher training is required to stay informed of changes and review safe practices.

Requirements:

Oakland University’s state and federal licensure for the use of radioactive material requires this training. All Permit holders and individuals at Oakland University working with, or in the vicinity of, radioactive materials or radiation-generating machines must receive instructions and training commensurate with their duties before beginning any radiation work.

Description:

This is a mandatory course for individuals working with radioactive material or frequenting an area where radioactive materials are stored or used. The goal of this course is to provide you with enough information about radiation and radioactive material, general radioisotope laboratory safety, and recognition of radiation warning symbols to perform your job in a safe and effective manner.

Requirements:

The course focuses on State and Federal regulatory requirements and good work practices to ensure a safe work environment.

Description

This is a mandatory course for individuals working with laboratory animals or frequenting an area where laboratory animals are are used. This course provides details on Oakland University’s Occupational Health Program for Animal Handlers. Trainees will be provided a general overview of the potential hazards encountered when working with lab animals including zoonoses and  animal allergy. This course also provides a comprehensive review of Oakland University’s Medical Surveillance program for animal allergy management.

Requirements:

The Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC) requires that all Animal Handers participate in an Occupational Health and Safety program for animal handler safety which includes an allergy prevention program. Oakland University’s Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) requires completion of this training for protocol approval and for access to certain animal areas.

Description:

Training is required for all laboratory workers who operate analytical X-ray and/or radiation producing machines. Training provides information about the safe operation of the machines, the health effects of radiation exposure, the means for reducing radiation exposure, and administrative aspects of x-ray safety at Oakland University.

Requirements:

The training satisfies state and federal regulations governing x-ray and other radiation producing machines and is in compliance with Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Ionizing Radiation Rules.

Description:

Laser safety training is required for all laboratory workers who operate with lasers or individuals that are working in areas in which a potential exposure to direct or reflected laser light is possible. Lasers can pose a risk to operators if not used properly. Oakland University uses the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Standard Z136.1) as guidance for the safe use of lasers and is explained during the training. The course includes information about the classification of lasers, the potential hazards associated with lasers, means for controlling the hazards, and laboratory workers and administrative responsibilities of Oakland University’s laser safety program.

After successfully passing this course, laboratory workers are also required to have on-the-job training by a supervisor or a senior lab worker on how to operate the lab’s laser system and safety features of the equipment.

Requirements:

In order to ensure the safe use of laser devices, training is required as cited by the OSHA standard, 29 CFR 1926.54(a) Nonionizing Radiation and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Standard Z136.1).

Description:

Laboratory workers, who operate, program, maintain, or repair robots or robotic systems are required to receive robotics safety training at Oakland University. To ensure safeguards and safe operating practices, training requires a complete understanding of the hazards and accidents that may be associated with robotic systems.

Requirements:

Oakland University’s robotics safety training utilizes the guidelines set forth by the American National Standard for Industrial Robots and Robot Systems - Safety Requirements (ANSI/RIA R15.06-1999) and satisfies OSHA Technical Manual Section IV: Chapter 4, Industrial Robots and Robot System Safety. It also complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.333, Selection and Use of Work Practices, and OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout).

Laboratory workers are also required to complete a site specific training conducted by the PI, lab supervisor, or designee as well as be able to demonstrate their competence to perform their jobs safely.

Description:

Training is required for all individuals who are responsible for the management of hazardous materials and waste. The course describes the laboratory workers responsibilities and the university’s responsibilities for complying with environmental protection standards and transportation of hazardous materials. The course reviews Oakland University’s Hazardous Waste Management Program, which also describes EPA's Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) and acceptable methods and processes for hazardous waste disposal.

Annual refresher training is required to stay informed of changes and review safe practices.

Requirements:

Training is required by Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Dept. of Transportation

Description:

There are many items that are regulated as Dangerous Goods including dry ice, infectious and biological substances and various chemical hazardous materials. The shipper and packager are directly responsible for the proper and compliant transport of Dangerous Goods by air. Federal rules require that anyone wishing to ship biological and hazardous materials, and/or dry ice must first have shipping training. If you are going to package biological materials or dry ice for shipment or complete a Declaration for Dangerous Goods form you must attend Oakland University’s training for the shipment of Biological and Hazardous Material. Fines and penalties may be imposed on individuals who fail to comply with the applicable rules including proper classification, identification, packaging, marking, labeling, permits, documentation, and emergency response. Training and shipping knowledge is crucial to ensure compliance. This is a mandatory course designed to fulfill performance-specific training requirements for employees sending, packaging or transporting Dangerous goods.

Requirements:

Required Training for Shippers and Packagers of Dangerous goods. This includes compliance with the IATA/ICAO requirements, as well as the U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) and Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR). According to ICAO and IATA, initial and recurrent training programs are required by shippers and packagers as stated in US DOT HM 126(f).

Shipping regulations change frequently so it is necessary to repeat training certification every two years.

Description:

Laboratory workers whose job requires them to operate, maintain or repair mechanical devices or equipment that will need to be tagged out or locked out are required to take the Laboratory Lock-Out/Tag-out safety training. The training instructs personnel in proper techniques to ensure that no unexpected energization, start-up or release of stored energy occurs during routine maintenance and servicing of machines and equipment

Requirements:

It is required by OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.147, The Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout).