Target Audience: All staff and students required to handle and/or store biohazardous materials or bloodborne pathogens should follow this course.
Training:
- McGill students, staff and faculty can complete the online course and exam using the EHS Safety Training System - Web Training.
- Non-McGill student and visitor registrants please complete and submit the Paying Participant Training Form.
Certification: An e-certificate is issued to participants who successfully complete the online exam. Passing grade is set at 80% or higher. Certification is valid for a period of 3 years.
Content: Introduction to Biosafety consists of 6 modules covering the following topics:
- Module 1: General Overview of Biosafety
- Module 2: Regulatory Requirements
- Module 3: Risk Assessment
- Module 4: Risk Mitigation
- Module 5: Sterilization & Disinfection
- Module 6: Administration & Documentation
Duration: 2.5 hours (excluding online examination time consisting of 20 multiple choice questions)
