Hazard specific
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