Training

HuskySMS – Course Directory

All EHS trainings are available by logging into HuskySMS, https://uconn.scishield.com, using your UConn NetID and password.  To access the Course Directory, select “Training” on the left navigation pane, and click “Course Directory” in the drop down menu.

Training can be completed immediately by selecting the “Launch Course” link.

For additional information on HuskySMS, please visit the EHS website: ehs.uconn.edu/huskysms/

 

NIH Guidelines

PIs with research subject to the NIH Guidelines, must complete the following training, available through HuskySMS:

NIH Guidelines Training for PIs

Knowledge checks will populate throughout the course. 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.

The following trainings may be required prior to IBC approval – depending on the work conducted

 

Biosafety General Training

Annual requirement for personnel handling biological materials.

Initial (online)   Refresher (online)

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Annual requirement for those working with human and/or non-human primate materials, in accordance with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.

Initial (online)   Retraining (online)

Laboratory Safety & Chemical Waste Management 

Annual requirement for all personnel working in a lab due to the potential for hazardous chemicals.

Initial (online)   Refresher

Shipping and Transportation of Biological Agents 

Required for personnel responsible for shipping or transporting biological materials.

Classroom

 

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/.