Ultraviolet Radiation: Safe Use of Artificial Sources

This course is aimed at supervisors of UV equipment and others who are responsible for areas where artificial sources of UV equipment are used. It gives an understanding of the hazards of ultraviolet radiation and practical methods of protection from artificial sources. It may also be appropriate for users of artificial UV sources, although appropriate practical training on specific equipment should be provided within departments.

• University staff
• Further details regarding OHSS’ eligibility criteria are available

Number of sessions: 1

• To provide an introduction to ultraviolet radiation safety and the relevant regulations and standards that apply to safe use of artificial sources of UV
• To provide an understanding of the hazards and practical methods of protection, in order that users can carry out a risk assessment and develop an action plan for particular work/section/department

Presentations

College staff are charged £15 per participant, see charging for further information.

One session of one and a half hours

A number of times per year