NIH Guidelines
PIs with research subject to the NIH Guidelines, must complete NIH Guidelines Training, which is available online through HuskySMS: uconn.scishield.com. To access the Course Directory, log into HuksySMS with your UConn NetID and password.
All EHS trainings are available through HuskySMS. can be accessed under the “Training” tab in the left navigation pane, and you can register for courses using the “Course Directory”. Trainings are immediately accessible for completion at your convenience.
Once you have completed the NIH Guidelines Training, the quiz must be completed with a 100%, in order to receive credit for completing the training. The quiz can be taken as many times as necessary, and it can be done in multiple sittings if need be.
For additional information on HuskySMS, please visit the EHS website: ehs.uconn.edu/huskysms/
Depending on the work in the lab, the following is a list of trainings that may also be required prior to IBC approval.
Biosafety General Training
Annual requirement for personnel handling biological materials.
Bloodborne Pathogens Training
Annual requirement for those working with human and/or non-human primate materials, in accordance with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
Laboratory Safety & Chemical Waste Management
Annual requirement for all personnel working in a lab due to the potential for hazardous chemicals.
Shipping and Transportation of Biological Agents
Required for personnel responsible for shipping or transporting biological materials.
It should be noted that some “in-person” trainings are offered remotely via live-stream. Once registered, you will receive notification on how to attend a remote training session.
For a complete list of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) trainings, please visit ehs.uconn.edu/training/.
- uconn