- Course Introduction
- 01: Evidence, Science & DNA
- 02: Forensic Biology
- 03: DNA Extraction & Quantitation
- 04: DNA Amplification
- 05: Amplified DNA Product Separation
- 06: STR Data Analysis & Interpretation
- 07: Population Genetics & Statistics
- 08: Communicating Results
- 09: Other DNA Markers & Technologies
- Course Resources
- Quality Assurance Standards
- CODIS
- Safety
- Introduction
- Safety Requirements
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
- National Institute of Safety and Health (NIOSH)
- Laboratory Accreditation
- Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (SWGDAM)
- National Fire Protection Associate (NFPA)
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- Quality Assurance Standards for Forensic DNA Testing Laboratories (QAS)
- International Labour Organization (ILO)
- Components of a Safety Program
- Works Cited & Online Links
- Literature
- Laboratory Training Manual
President's DNA Initiative
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Advancing Justice Through DNA Technology
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Advancing Justice Through DNA Technology
DNA Analyst Training
Introduction
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The goal of any laboratory safety program is to minimize the risk of injury or illness to employees by ensuring that they have the training, information, support and equipment needed to work safely in the laboratory. T he guidelines and standards set forth by the existing regulatory agencies assist laboratories in ensuring that this goal is met.
There are a number of regulatory agencies and some private organizations that establish safety guidelines, all of which have differing sets of procedures and/or standards. Some agencies may incorporate a less stringent program, while others establish more rigorous standards. In addition, state agencies may create programs that can be more stringent than the federal counterpart. It is the laboratory safety officer’s responsibility to coordinate with the appropriate state and local authorities to ensure that the laboratory’s safety program is in compliance with the relevant regulations. Visit the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website for a list of states that have their own programs.
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Objectives
Upon successful completion of this unit of instruction, the student shall:
- Be aware of the principle regulatory agencies and their roles and requirements
- Understand the laboratory requirements for an effective safety program
- Be aware of the essential components of a comprehensive laboratory safety program
- Understand the significance and nature of an effective chemical hygiene plan
