Health, Safety and Regulated Facilities course timetable
March 2020
Mon 9 |
Chemical Safety
Finished
A safety course for anyone either directly working with chemicals or who is responsible for persons working with chemicals including PIs, Post Grads, Post Docs and technicians. |
Tue 10 |
Lifting and Manual Handling
Finished
This awareness training is for all staff who are regularly involved in moving and carrying loads and setting up equipment etc. The course involves theory, video and a practical demonstration by the instructor. Also available to deliver in departments and colleges where a more bespoke course maybe useful. See Unscheduled events for more details. |
A prior risk assessment of all work with genetically modified organisms, from bacteria to animals, is a requirement by law. This course will cover the legal background and your duties, provide guidance on the Hazard Groups and containment levels, explain the notification system and guide you through an example GM risk assessment. At least a basic understanding of biology and genetic techniques is assumed, which will allow you to get the full benefit of this course. |
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Wed 11 |
Falls from ladders and other height access devices continue to cause injuries to people at work in the University. The new Work at Height Regulations (April 2005) have implications for the University because the emphasis has changed to any fall from any height. Anyone who uses ladders or who supervises work with ladders should attend this session. Available to deliver in departments and colleges, see Unscheduled events for more details. |
Thu 12 |
Pressurised Gas and Cryogens
POSTPONED
This course will cover safe storage and use of cryogens, safe use and stores of compressed gas, and aspects of oxygen depletion with respect to the above. Note: Change of time (0900-1200) and room (Meeting Room, first floor). |
This is a City and Guilds accredited course which will provide delegates with an understanding of the risks and the legal requirements under the Approved Code of Practice Legionnaires' disease. The control of legionella bacteria in water systems 2013. |
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Mon 16 |
Chemical Safety
POSTPONED
A safety course for anyone either directly working with chemicals or who is responsible for persons working with chemicals including PIs, Post Grads, Post Docs and technicians. |
Fire Warden training (1000-1130) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1145-1230) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
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Fire Warden training (1000-1130) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1145-1230) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
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Tue 17 |
Principal Investigators, Do You Know How to Fulfil Your Health and Safety Responsibilities?
POSTPONED
Principal Investigators, research group heads and supervisors have duties and responsibilities both in law and under University Policy where the health and safety of group members (and others that may be influenced by their research activities) are concerned. It is mandatory that all PIs, group heads and supervisors attend this course which will quickly inform you of what you must do to comply with the law, keep your staff and students safe and reduce the possibility of litigation, thus reducing the overall risk to the University. |
Wed 18 |
Fire Safety Awareness training provided by the NHS for all embedded tenants. Please note: This event will close for bookings one week before the event. |
Thu 19 |
Working within the Human Tissue Act
POSTPONED
The course will provide an overview of the Human Tissue Act and will be delivered by Dr Rachel Smith from the MRC Regulatory Support Centre. The Centre provides training, support and guidance to those whose research involves human participants, their tissue, cells or data. Please contact Carolyn Read to book a place. |
Mon 23 |
Fire Warden training (0900-1030) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1045-1145) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
Fire Warden training (0900-1030) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1045-1145) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
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Tue 24 |
A microbiological safety cabinet (MSC) is a vital piece of equipment that helps to prevent exposure to biological hazards. All containment laboratory users and their supervisors should know how to use MSCs effectively, what the standards are for the different levels of containment, and how the facilities are managed. This course will help both users and managers understand their responsibilities in creating a safe working area and provide both theory and practical knowledge on the safe and effective use of tissue culture (Class II) cabinets. This session is primarily for those based on the Addenbrooke's Site, although others working at CL2/3 are encouraged to attend. |
Thu 26 |
Lifting and Manual Handling
POSTPONED
This awareness training is for all staff who are regularly involved in moving and carrying loads and setting up equipment etc. The course involves theory, video and a practical demonstration by the instructor. Also available to deliver in departments and colleges where a more bespoke course maybe useful. See Unscheduled events for more details. |
Fri 27 |
Risk Assessment
CANCELLED
The course is designed to give attendees the necessary skills to carry out risk assessments. |
Mon 30 |
Risk Assessment
CANCELLED
The course is designed to give attendees the necessary skills to carry out risk assessments. |
April 2020
Wed 1 |
Fire Safety Managers' Training
CANCELLED
This course will provide clear instruction of what is expected of fire safety managers to assist responsible persons to comply with current fire safety legislation. |
Thu 2 |
Lifting and Manual Handling
POSTPONED
This awareness training is for all staff who are regularly involved in moving and carrying loads and setting up equipment etc. The course involves theory, video and a practical demonstration by the instructor. Also available to deliver in departments and colleges where a more bespoke course maybe useful. See Unscheduled events for more details. |
Tue 7 |
Fire Warden training (0900-1030) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1045-1145) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
Fire Warden training (0900-1030) will give clear instruction of the roles of designated fire wardens and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguisher training (1045-1145) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. |
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The Fire Safety Awareness course (1400-1500) will raise attendees' awareness of fire safety and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguishers training (1515-1615) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. University staff working in embedded accommodation at Addenbrooke's Hospital should attend the NHS' fire training for its tenants. This will cover general fire safety awareness specific to the main hospital. (See related courses below for further details.) |
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The Fire Safety Awareness course (1400-1500) will raise attendees' awareness of fire safety and assist fire safety managers to comply with current fire safety legislation. Use of Fire Extinguishers training (1515-1615) provides hands on experience in the correct use of portable fire extinguishers. University staff working in embedded accommodation at Addenbrooke's Hospital should attend the NHS' fire training for its tenants. This will cover general fire safety awareness specific to the main hospital. (See related courses below for further details.) |
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Thu 9 |
Lifting and Manual Handling
POSTPONED
This awareness training is for all staff who are regularly involved in moving and carrying loads and setting up equipment etc. The course involves theory, video and a practical demonstration by the instructor. Also available to deliver in departments and colleges where a more bespoke course maybe useful. See Unscheduled events for more details. |