Training available for specific hazards encountered at the University Accident and Incident Reporting Staff and students within the University are strongly encouraged to report all accidents and "near misses" which occur on University property or in the course of University work. Chemical safety training Information on chemical safety training Control of Substances Hazardous to Health The course is aimed at those who work with hazardous substances and who have the responsibility for carrying out risk assessments in accordance with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. Safe Driving There is a mandatory requirement that all employees who drive on University business undertake a safe driving course. Laboratory animal allergens training courses List of training courses which are mandatory to undertake if working with laboratory animals Laboratory ergonomics This training course covers specific aspect of ergonomics when working in a laboratory. Laboratory Gases Safety Awareness University staff who are involved in handling laboratory gases should receive appropriate training. Safe working with liquid Nitrogen Safe working with liquid Nitrogen training course Lone and Out of Hours Working This course should be completed by any staff who are required to work out of hours or alone. Manual Handling Staff who regularly handle loads should receive adequate instructions and training. Risk Assessment Those who contribute to, complete, and/or review risk assessments should be trained in how to undertake these. Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Short course outlining the purpose and selection of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) Tight fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) Training course on tight-fitting respiratory protective equipment Powered hood RPE Course on safely using a powered hood Student ergonomics Online ergonomic training for students from Cardinus Risk Management This article was published on 2024-07-22