Biosafety Induction Training (PC1 / PC2 & BSC)

The course provides information on

• applicable standards and legislative requirements for biological research work and safe work practices

• introduction into OGTR and DAWR requirements

• what is the LBC (Laboraotry and Biosafety Committee) and their role in your research

• function and variety of biosafety cabinets (BSC)

• other types of containment devices and how they differ from BSCs

• how to work safety in a Class II BSC including a video presentation of safe work practices

This training is compulsory for research staff, Honours / HDR students who intend to undertake biological research at Deakin University.

Training consists of attendance at a face to face session then successful completion of the biosafety quiz.

Training is valid for 3 years.

Please bring your Deakin ID to the session.