BSL-3 Training for UW
This comprehensive training program is designed to prepare individuals to work safely in Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) laboratories at the UW. It utilizes classroom courses, scenarios, and hands-on demonstrations to reinforce the concepts of safe work practices including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the importance of personal protection. Some of the topics covered are:
BSL-3 biosafety principles and practices
Roles and responsibilities
Risk assessments
BSL-3 facility operations and management
BSL-3 laboratory practices
Biosafety cabinet practices and procedures
Donning and doffing PPE
Waste management
Occupational health
Emergency/incident response
Safety and security procedures
The training is scheduled as needed and is suitable for all BSL-3 research staff, facility managers and biosafety officers.
Access codes for registration are provided to program participants. If you need a code to register, email the UW Select Agent Program.
Accommodations and language services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them.
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To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu.
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To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services.
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For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.
Training is required initially and annually for UW faculty and staff enrolled in the UW BSL-3 Program.