Laboratory Safety Training Matrix
Laboratory Safety Training
Cornell University requires specific safety training based on laboratory activities and hazards. Training requirements are cumulative—each level includes all previous required training. This list may not be comprehensive - as additional training may be required for different risks or specialized training may be required by the laboratory depending on hazards or permits. All laboratory-specific training should be documented by the lab.
- 🧑🔬 General Safety Training (Required for All Lab Personnel)
- ⚗️ Chemical & Hazardous Materials Safety (Required for All Lab Work with Chemicals)
- Includes all General Safety Training
- Chemical Waste Disposal (EHS 2716)
- Cleaning Up Small Lab Spills (EHS 2394)
- ☣️ Biological Safety (Required for Research Involving Biological Materials)
- Includes all General Safety Training & Chemical Safety
- Biosafety Level 2 (EHS 5060)
- Bloodborne Pathogens (EHS 1074)
- Working Safely in Biosafety Cabinets (CVM 1074)
- ☢️ Radiation & Laser Safety (Required for Radiation-Producing Equipment & Lasers)
- Includes all General Safety Training & Chemical Safety
- Radiation-Producing Equipment Safety (EHS 5033)
- Radiation Safety Sealed Source (EHS 5325)
- Laser Safety (EHS 2397)
- 🔬 Specialized Training (For Specific Equipment & Advanced Research)
- Includes all previous safety training based on research area
- Magnetic Field Safety (EHS 5035)
- MRI Safety for CMRIF Research Use (EHS 2960)
- Fume Hood Safety & Energy Conservation (EHS 3355)
- Centrifuge Rotor Safety (EHS 2330)
- Waste Anesthetic Gases Safety (EHS 2815)
- Respiratory Protection (EHS 2381) - Respirators require medical consultation and fit testing
📝 Research Compliance Training (For Controlled Substances & Safety Plans)
- Includes all previous safety training based on research area
- Research Use of Controlled Substances (EHS 5198)