ALL research students performing procedures which may handle biological material or have associated biological hazard AND others who work in those laboratories.
It is COMPULSORY for the above students to pass the safety examination; therefore this safety module is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Objectives
Develop a high level of awareness on biological hazards and knowledge on biological safety procedures.
Structure
3-hour illustrated presentation.
Brief Description
Basic Principle of Biological Safety
Risk Group & Biosafety Level
Biosafety Practices at levels 1 and 2
Biohazards from Equipment and Techniques
Special topics: Biosafety Cabinet and Sterilization
Schedule
Group 1
(English)
Group 2
(English)
Date
21 Sept 2011, Wed
Date
28 Sept 2011, Wed
Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue
Room 712, William Mong Engineering Building
Venue
Room 712, William Mong Engineering Building
Group 3
(English)
Group 4
(English)
Date
12 Oct 2011, Wed
Date
8 Feb 2012, Wed
Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue
Rm 301, Li Ka Shing Medical Science Bldg, Prince of Wales Hospital
Venue
Room 712, William Mong Engineering Building
Group 5
(English)
Date
15 Feb 2012, Wed
Time
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue
Room 712, William Mong Engineering Building
Places in each group is strictly limited to 30, please register early to secure your seat.
Remarks:
1) Please click here for examination details. Students failed in the examination are required to re-sit in the very next session.
2) Exemptions: Should you believe that any subject is not relevant, you may apply in writing giving reasons to the Director, Unversity Safety & Environment Office for exemptions.
3) The lab safety manual and safety policy is accessible via Intranet: www.cuhk.edu.hk/useo/safety 4) Summer safety training courses for undergraduate students are simplified versions of the proper safety courses to prepare students for their final year projects. These summer trainings are not eligible qualifications to apply for exemption from safety examination for postgraduate student.
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