- 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
Training
Home > Course Resources > Safety > Components of a Safety Program > Training
Laboratory safety program training should cover continuing education as well as initial requirements.
Initial safety training of new employees should include:
- Chemical hygiene plan
- Hazard communication
- Bloodborne pathogens
- Laser/ALS safety
- Radiation safety (if necessary)
- Emergency action plan
- Fire extinguisher training
- Unit-specific training (e.g. Firearms, special handling procedures based on the laboratory’s physical plant)
Continuing education should encompass:
- New procedures that evolve during the employee’s tenure with the laboratory
- Refresher training as needed
- New unit-specific procedures as they are developed
Yearly re-training in all of the above topics may not be necessary. All training, either initial or continuing, shall be documented and the records maintained according to the appropriate procedures.
