Last Revised: December 18, 2025
As of March 6, 2023, Workday Learning is replacing Penn Profiler and Knowledge Link. If you have been assigned a training curriculum prior to March 3, 2023, you will not have to make new training assignments in Workday Learning.
On or after March 6, 2023, supervisors of new faculty, staff, and students will need to assign EHRS training through Workday Learning. To determine which job-related training programs you are required to assign, review the table below for your campus group and find the job activities that require EHRS training. Use Workday Learning to assign the identified courses by searching for the course title in Workday Learning.
Managers should follow this Tip Sheet to enroll a team member. This link will bring you to Workday Learning.
Penn employees can also self-assign courses offered by EHRS. To self-enroll, follow this Tip Sheet.
Please Note: Penn Students not receiving compensation will not be found in Workday. These students must enroll into Extended Enterprise to access training. Use the following tip sheet to access your account.
For information on Workday Learning see this Guide.
The entire training table for the Main Campus can be found here.
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Building /Facility Management (Building Administrators and Operations staff)
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
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| Enter research or teaching laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.HAZCOM_LABS | Hazard Communication and Safety Awareness for Individuals Who Enter Laboratories-EHRS |
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| Access roofs or any location that may present an unprotected fall hazard or four feet or more | UP.83015.CURR.FAFIP | Fall Protection Awareness Training - EHRS | Provides an overview of safe work practices at heights for employees who work on roofs, ladders, scaffolding or other raised surfaces. This includes hazard recognition, fall protection systems and fall arrest forces. This training will include the use of Harnesses and Lanyards, if applicable. | |
| Use aerial platforms that have a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base and travels up and down (scissor lift). | UP.83015.CURR.AWP_SCISSORS | Aerial Work Platform - Scissors Lift Training | Training is required for those that use aerial platforms such as scissor lifts and vertical mast lifts with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base, or a lift platform that only travels straight up and down. | |
| Lift or move more than 25 lbs | UP.83015.CURR.MATERIALHANDLING | Materials Handling-EHRS |
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| Wear personal protective equipment | UP.83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE Training for Non-laboratory Staff |
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| Enter mechanical spaces and work in buildings with asbestos containing materials | UP.83015.CURR.ASBSTOSFRES | Asbestos Awareness for FRES | Reviews asbestos awareness for those FRES employees who may encounter asbestos containing materials in their work environment. Training required annually. | |
| Apply pesticides in a lab, greenhouse, growth chamber, garden or other environment | UP.83015.CURR.HCPSPIP | Hazard Communication Pesticides | Provides hazard communication and information on safe application of pesticides and required personal protective equipment. | |
| Use chainsaws | UP.83015.CURR.CHAINSAW | Chain Saw | Provides information on safe use and maintenance of chain saws. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCON | Hearing Conservation Training-EHRS | EHRS assesses noise exposure and determines if enrollment in the Hearing Conservation Program is necessary. Training reviews the University's Hearing Conservation Program, including noise control, hearing protection and audiometric testing. | |
| Collect and ship infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.SIBHBPQUP | Shipping & Safety Training for Personnel Who Collect & Ship Infectious Waste - EHRS | Provides training for those who package and ship infectious waste per DOT shipping requirements. This includes signing and understanding infectious waste manifests. This training also provides an understanding of biological hazards, bloodborne pathogens and applicable personal protective equipment. |
Clinical research or support
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
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| Work with chemicals such as flammable liquids and corrosives in a clinical laboratory | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. | |
| Provide medical treatment, give first aid, or manipulate human blood or body fluids | UP.83015.ITEM.BBPV2 | Bloodborne Pathogens V2 | This course summarizes the hazards of working with blood, blood products or other potentially infectious materials. Training includes discussion of hazards, methods of exposure control, and spill response. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.LSLIP | Laser Safety Training-EHRS | Reviews use of class 3B and 4 lasers under the ANSI Z136.1 standard for safe use. Describes laser registration, specific hazards, and methods of control. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.RDNA | Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Guidelines-EHRS | To comply with the NIH Guidelines for Recombinant DNA Research this University of Pennsylvania training program was designed to familiarize researchers with the NIH Guidelines. This training program is meant to enhance awareness about the Guidelines and provide information regarding the roles, responsibilities, safeguards and procedures for various personnel involved with rDNA research at the University of Pennsylvania. Training required every 3 years. | |
| Work inside a biological safety cabinet | UP.83015.CURR.BCLIW | Biosafety Cabinet Operation | Provides instruction on the proper use of Biosafety Cabinets/Tissue Culture Hoods. This training is only required once. | |
| Perform work that requires the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.SILIP | Shipping of Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods for Laboratory Staff-EHRS | Training will cover proper handling, labeling and shipping of hazardous and dangerous goods, which include biological materials, dry ice and chemicals in small quantities. If you only package, ship or complete documentation for shipments with dry ice or biological materials using CHOP's Research Institute Shipping Core, this training is not required. |
CHOP
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Are working in a PSOM or Bioengineering research laboratory | See main campus research and teaching lab training requirements |
Dining Services
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
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| UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training - EHRS | Introduces Dining Services staff to the OSHA Hazard Communication standard, chemical safety, personal protective equipment and safe work practices. Assigned by Bon Appetit. |
EHRS
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Are required to assist with emergency response or handle chemical waste for consolidation | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. |
| Enter biomedical research spaces in which chemicals, biological materials or lasers are used | UP.83015.CURR.LBLIP | Laboratory and Biological Safety at Penn Curriculum-EHRS | This course delivers introductory laboratory safety information for faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars working in Penn research laboratories. Topics include general lab safety policies, emergency procedures for labs, and an overview of biological, chemical and physical hazards in the laboratory. After completion of this course, learners will have a general awareness of lab hazards that is suitable for entering laboratories and conducting constantly-supervised lab work. Introduction to Laboratory and Biological Safety Part 2 will be automatically assigned. Part 2 reviews risk assessment in laboratories and is needed before working independently in the laboratory. |
| Enter labs that collect chemical and infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.WMLUW | Management of Laboratory Waste-UNIV | Online training course reviews chemical and infectious waste generation and proper procedures for collecting and disposing of waste in Penn laboratories. Training required every 2 years. |
| Enter research laboratories with radioactive materials or waste | UP.83015.CURR.LABRF | Radiation Safety-Research Lab- Annual Training-EHRS | This is the annual radiation safety training for research lab staff who work with radioactive materials. EHRS staff who enter laboratories with radioactive materials should be assigned this training in addition to new worker training. |
| Enter research laboratories with radioactive materials or waste | UP.83015.CURR.LABIN | Radiation Safety-Research Lab-New Worker Training-EHRS | This new staff training reviews radiation safety in research labs. EHRS staff who may enter laboratories with radioactive materials should be assigned. |
| Respond to campus laboratory emergencies | UP.83015.CURR.HZEUP | 8-hour HAZWOPER Training for EHRS Staff-EHRS | Training required for emergency response operations for releases of, or substantial threats of releases of, hazardous substances regardless of the location of the hazard. EHRS staff who may respond to chemical emergencies will take this course as awareness training. |
| Provide medical treatment, give first aid, or manipulate human blood or body fluids | UP.83015.ITEM.BBPV2 | Bloodborne Pathogens V2 | This course summarizes the hazards of working with blood, blood products or other potentially infectious materials. Training includes discussion of hazards, methods of exposure control, and spill response. |
| Operate a forklift or battery operated pallet jack | UP83015.CURR.T1FIP | Powered Industrial Truck | Covers safe use and inspections of powered industrial trucks. |
| Ship hazardous or infectious materials from laboratories | UP.83015.ITEM.SILIP | Shipping of Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods for Laboratory Staff - EHRS | Discussion of the Dangerous Goods regulations with focus on the Division 6.2 Infectious Substances. Definitions, classifications, proper shipping name and UN numbers, marking and packing, and documentation are discussed for the correct shipping of infectious substances, biological substances, biological products, patient specimens, and genetically modified organisms. |
Facilities Trades/Urban Park
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
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| Who are new trades or urban park employees | UP.83015.CURR.FRESNEW | Hazard Communication for FRES New Employee-EHRS | New employee training that includes laboratory safety, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, hearing conservation, asbestos awareness, radiation and biological hazard awareness. | |
| FRES employee who works in campus building | UP.83015.CURR.HCBPRSAAHPFIP | Facilities Staff Training Curriculum-EHRS |
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| Work in a confined space which is large enough and configured so that an employee can enter and perform assigned work, but is not designed for continuous occupancy and has limited means of entry or exit | UP.83015.CURR.CSFIP | Confined Space Training for Facilities Staff-EHRS | Provides an overview of the OSHA Permit-Required Confined Space Entry Standard and ensures staff know how to properly identify, enter-exit, maneuver and work inside and around confined spaces. Also addresses emergency procedures and documentation. | |
| Work around confined spaces, but do not enter and perform work in those spaces. | UP.83015.CURR.CONFINEDSPACE_AW | Confined space awareness training-EHRS | Provides an overview of confined space for staff who will work around confined spaces, but do not enter permit-required confined spaces. | |
| Work on energized equipment | UP.83015.CURR.E2FIP | Electrical Safety Qualified Person Training | Provides electrical safety knowledge for employees who work on or near energized equipment, including identifying exposed electrical equipment and energized parts and how to safely work on electrical equipment and parts. Personal Protective Equipment used for electrical safety will also be covered in this training. This program should be taken in conjunction with Lockout-Tagout for Authorized Facilities Staff. | |
| Work around energized equipment | UP.83015.CURR.E1FIP | Electrical Safety Awareness Training for Facilities Staff-EHRS | Provides a basic knowledge for working safely around electrical systems. Personal Protective Equipment used for electrical safety will also be covered in this training. | |
| Are Electrical Operators | UP.83015.CURR.A2A3FUP | CPR/AED Training for Facilities Staff-EHRS | Required CPR/AED emergency training. | |
| Are Electrical Operators | UP.83015.CURR.E3FIP | Electrical Safety - NFPA 70E Retraining is needed when changes occur in NFPA 70E. | Electrical Safety - NFPA 70E Retraining is needed when changes occur in NFPA 70E. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.L2FIP | Lockout-Tagout Training for Authorized Staff-EHRS | Provides an overview of the OSHA Lockout-Tagout Standard and ensures staff properly follow procedures for lockout-tagout of equipment/machinery during maintenance. | |
| Work near energized equipment | UP.83015.ITEM.L1FIP | Lockout-Tagout Training for Affected Staff-EHRS | Provides an overview of the OSHA Lockout-Tagout Standard and ensures staff are aware of devices used to lockout or tagout machinery/equipment and know procedures to follow when equipment/machinery is locked or tagged out. | |
| Operate a forklift or battery operated pallet jack | UP.83015.CURR.T1FIP | Forklift Training (Powered Industrial Trucks) - EHRS | Reviews OHSA Standard 1910.178 and includes the safe use and operation of forklift/powered industrial truck. | |
| Erect, move, use, maintain or dismantle scaffolding | UP.83015.CURR.SCFIP | Scaffolding, Competent Person Training | Reviews Scaffolding systems and terms used in general industry and construction and explains the role of the Competent Person. This qualifies the person to oversee scaffolding erection/dismantlement, fall protection erection/dismantlement, training of individuals involved in these activities and to determine safety in adverse weather conditions. | |
| Work on ladders, scaffolding, staging, access roofs or any location that may present an unprotected fall hazard or four feet or more | UP.83015.CURR.FAFIP | Fall Protection Awareness Training - EHRS | Provides an overview of safe work practices at heights for employees who work on roofs, ladders, scaffolding or other raised surfaces. This includes hazard recognition, fall protection systems and fall arrest forces. This training will include the use of Harnesses and Lanyards, if applicable. | |
| Use vehicle and trailer-mounted elevating and rotating aerial platforms and boom-supported platforms | UP.83015.CURR.AWP | Aerial Work Platform Training - UNIV | Training is required for those that use vehicle and trailer-mounted elevated and rotating aerial platforms, as well as boom-supported platforms, such as bucket trucks and boom lifts. | |
| Use aerial platforms that have a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base and travels up and down | UP.83015.CURR.AWP_SCISSORS | Aerial Work Platform - Scissors Lift Training | Training is required for those that use aerial platforms such as scissor lifts and vertical mast lifts with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base, or a lift platform that only travels straight up and down. | |
| Perform welding or cutting | UP.83015.ITEM.HWFIP | Hot Work Training - EHRS | Covers OSHA and Penn practices for Hot Work and the Permit Process. | |
| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. | |
| Work with overhead hoists | UP.83015.CURR.HOISTSAFETY | Overhead Hoist Safety Training - EHRS | Teaches methods and procedures for the safe operation overhead hoists and cranes. | |
| Work with non-water based paint that requires the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection for Facilities Staff-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. |
Gene Therapy Animal Care
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Perform repetitive tasks, lift objects over 25 lbs, and push or pull equipment regularly | UP.83015.ITEM.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training describes ergonomic risk factors and ways to minimize risk in animal care. |
| Perform work that requires the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. |
| Work in non-ULAR animal care spaces | UP.83015.CURR.HS_nonULAR | Health & Safety Issues for Laboratory Animal Care Staff (non-ULAR) | Training covers hazard communication, hearing conservation, personal protective equipment, emergency procedures and ergonomics for animal care personnel. |
| Collect and ship infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.SIBHBPQUP | Shipping & Safety Training for Personnel Who Collect & Ship Infectious Waste - EHRS | Provides training for those who package and ship infectious waste per DOT shipping requirements. This includes signing and understanding infectious waste manifests. This training also provides an understanding of biological hazards, bloodborne pathogens and applicable personal protective equipment. |
Housekeeping
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Work as a facility housekeeper | UP.83015.CURR.HOUSEKEEPING | Housekeeping Training-EHRS | Introduces housekeepers to emergency procedures, Chemical and biological safety, handling of chemical and infectious waste, personal protective equipment, and ergonomics. |
| Operate a forklift or battery operated pallet jack | UP.83015.CURR.T1FIP | Powered Industrial Truck Training | Reviews OHSA Standard 1910.178 and includes the safe use and operation of forklift/powered industrial truck. Training required once. |
| Collect infectious waste from labs in the department or school and package it for pickup, or sign manifests to transfer waste to a vendor | UP.83015.CURR.CURRSHIPINFWASTE | Shipping & Safety Training for Personnel Who Collect & Ship Infectious Waste | Provides training for those who package and ship infectious waste per DOT shipping requirements. This includes signing and understanding infectious waste manifests. This training also provides an understanding of biological hazards, bloodborne pathogens and applicable personal protective equipment. Training required annually. |
| Collect infectious waste from labs in the Dental School and package it for pickup, or sign manifests to transfer waste to a vendor | UP.83015.CURR.BioHousekeep_Den | BioHazardous Waste Training for Housekeepers-Dental | The training covers OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, sharps management, proper waste disposal of infectious waste and general biological safety awareness when working with or around potentially infectious material. |
ISC LSP
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Enter research or teaching laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.HAZCOM_LABS | Hazard Communication and Safety Awareness for Individuals Who Enter Laboratories-EHRS | Training reviews laboratory and chemical hazards, controls, and emergency response. |
| Install cabling in facilites | UP.83015.CURR.AA6UP | Asbestos Awareness Training for ISC Staff-UNIV | Reviews asbestos awareness for employees who may encounter asbestos containing materials in their work environment. |
Mail Services
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| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Lift greater than 25 lbs and/ or make frequent or awkward lifts, push and pull | UP.83015.CURR.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training reviews risk factors for lifting, pushing, and pulling, and ways to reduce your risk of injury during manual material handling. |
Parking and Transportation
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Operate a forklift or battery operated pallet jack | UP.83015.CURR.T1FIP | Forklift Training (Powered Industrial Trucks) - EHRS | Reviews OHSA Standard 1910.178 and includes the safe use and operation of forklift/powered industrial truck. |
| Work with hazardous chemicals such as flammable liquids, toxic materials and corrosives in a non-research space | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Wear personal protective equipment | UP.83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE Training for Non-laboratory Staff | This in-person training will cover personal protective equipment selection, use, and maintenance. |
| Are exposed to high noise levels, such as compressors | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCON | Hearing Conservation Training-EHRS | Training describes how sound affects hearing, ways to control noise exposure, and the audiometric testing program. |
| Lift greater than 25 lbs and/ or make frequent or awkward lifts, push and pull | UP.83015.CURR.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training reviews risk factors for lifting, pushing, and pulling, and ways to reduce your risk of injury during manual material handling |
Penn Children's Center
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Work with hazardous chemicals such as flammable liquids, toxic materials and corrosives in a non-research space | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Provide first aid or respond to human blood or body fluid events | UP.83015.CURR.BPYUP | Bloodborne Pathogens for Childcare Center Employees - EHRS | Discussion of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and how it applies in a daycare setting. Covers infection control in the daycare, including work practice controls such as washing hands and disinfecting areas where children play. |
| Lift greater than 25 lbs and/ or make frequent or awkward lifts, push and pull | UP.83015.CURR.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training reviews risk factors for lifting, pushing, and pulling, and ways to reduce your risk of injury. |
Public Safety
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Are exposed to high noise environments, incluing firing range or building alarms | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCONPS | Hearing Conservation For Public Safety-EHRS | Provides an understanding of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard as well as discusses the potential hazards encountered in First Response, including any chemical, biological, or radiological hazards. |
| Enter research laboratories and shop spaces on campus | UP.83015.CURR.PENNPOLICE | Hazard Communication/First Responders for UPPD | Hearing conservation training for Penn Police and Fire and Emergency Services. Training reviews possible noise exposures, health effects, ways to protect your hearing. |
Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Work with pool chemicals | UP.83015.CURR.HCPSPIP | Hazard Communication for Pesticide Applicators on Penn's Main Campus-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Provide medical treatment, give first aid, or manipulate human blood or body fluids | UP.83015.ITEM.BBPV2 | Bloodborne Pathogens V2 | This course summarizes the hazards of working with blood, blood products or other potentially infectious materials. Training includes discussion of hazards, methods of exposure control, and spill response. |
| Wear personal protective equipment | UP.83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE Training for Non-laboratory Staff | Training reviews types of personal protective equipment and the use and maintenance of equipment. |
| Use aerial platforms that have a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base and travels up and down. (Scissor Lift) | UP.83015.CURR.AWP_SCISSORS | Aerial Work Platform - Scissors Lift Training | Training is required for those that use aerial platforms such as scissor lifts and vertical mast lifts with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base, or a lift platform that only travels straight up and down. |
| Collect and ship infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.SIBHBPQUP | Shipping & Safety Training for Personnel Who Collect & Ship Infectious Waste - EHRS | Provides training for those who package and ship infectious waste per DOT shipping requirements. This includes signing and understanding infectious waste manifests. This training also provides an understanding of biological hazards, bloodborne pathogens and applicable personal protective equipment. |
Research laboratory or teaching laboratory
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Who perform work with chemicals and/or biological materials in laboratory research [PSOM, SDM, SVM, SON, SAS- Biology, Psychology, Anthropology, SEAS Bioengineering] | UP.83015.CURR.CURRLBLIP | Laboratory and Biological Safety Curriculum at Penn-EHRS | This course delivers introductory laboratory safety information for faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars working in Penn research laboratories. Topics include general lab safety policies, emergency procedures for labs, and an overview of biological, chemical and physical hazards in the laboratory. After completion of this course, learners will have a general awareness of lab hazards that is suitable for entering laboratories and conducting constantly-supervised lab work. Introduction to Laboratory and Biological Safety Part 2 will be automatically assigned. Part 2 reviews risk assessment in laboratories and is needed before working independently in the laboratory. |
| Who perform work with chemicals in physical science laboratories (Physics, Astronomy, SEAS, MEAM) | UP.83015.CURR.CURRLABPHYSICAL | Physical Science Laboratory Safety Curriculum | This course delivers introductory laboratory safety information for faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars working in Penn physical science research laboratories (SAS, SEAS). Topics include general lab safety policies, emergency procedures for labs, and an overview of biological, chemical and physical hazards in the laboratory. After completion of this course, learners will have a general awareness of lab hazards that is suitable for entering laboratories and conducting constantly-supervised lab work. Part 2 will be automatically assigned. Part 2 reviews risk assessment in laboratories and is needed before working independently in the laboratory. |
| Who perform work in the Department of Chemistry laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.CURRCHEMISTRY | Chemistry Department Safety Training Curriculum-EHRS | This curriculum provides introductory laboratory safety information for faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars working in a Chemistry laboratory. Topics include general lab safety policies, emergency procedures for labs, and an overview of biological, chemical and physical hazards in the laboratory. Part 2 reviews risk assessment in laboratories and is needed before working independently in the laboratory. |
| Handle chemical and infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.WMLUW | Management of Laboratory Waste - UNIV | Online training course reviews chemical and infectious waste generation and proper procedures for collecting and disposing of waste in Penn laboratories. |
| First year students who may work or enter research laboratories as a student or intern in the School of Veterinary Medicine | UP.83015.CURR.LBLIV | Introduction to Laboratory and Biological Safety at Penn-SVM Students-Program | Introduction to Laboratory and Biological Safety at Penn for SVM Students |
| Use chemical products, such as disinfectants or cleaning chemicals, per manufacturer intended purposes and amounts, extent, duration,and frequency, commensurate with consumer use. (This course is not required for those working in chemical or biological research laboratories.) | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS Program | OSHA-required training which reviews chemical hazards and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Work with human source materials such as primary human cells, tissues, blood, body fluids, or other bloodborne pathogens | UP.83015.ITEM.BBPV2 | Bloodborne Pathogens V2 | This course summarizes the hazards of working with blood, blood products or other potentially infectious materials. Training includes discussion of hazards, methods of exposure control, and spill response. |
| Use, introduce, or manipulate recombinant or synthetic DNA or RNA; or use or modify genes, plasmids, viral vectors, or non-specific targeting molecules for delivery of recombinant or synthetic nucleic acid into cells or living organisms, for example, to make transgenic animals | UP.83015.CURR.RDNA | Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Guidelines-EHRS Program | To comply with the NIH Guidelines for Recombinant DNA Research this University of Pennsylvania training program was designed to familiarize researchers with the NIH Guidelines. This training program is meant to enhance awareness about the Guidelines and provide information regarding the roles, responsibilities, safeguards and procedures for various personnel involved with rDNA research at the University of Pennsylvania. |
| Work in a Biosafety Level 3 facility | UP.83015.CURR.CURRLBLIP2 | Biosafety Level 3 Training - EHRS | Required per the BSL-3 Code of Practice. Addresses specifics about entering-exiting the facility, removal of items from the facility, shipping and receiving SOPs, use of RAM and hazardous chemicals, spill response, use of laboratory safety equipment, PPE selection and use, waste handling and emergency response protocols for the facility. |
| Apply pesticides in a lab, greenhouse, growth chamber, garden or other environment | UP.83015.ITEM.HCPSPIP | Hazard Communication for Pesticide Applicators on Penn's Main Campus-EHRS | Training reviews the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, emergency procedures, procedures for safe use and storage of pesticides, and requirements of the Pennsylvania Pesticide Control Act of 1973. |
| Work with Class 3B or 4 lasers, except those embedded in a Class 1 system, such as a confocal microscope or flow cytometer, (unless the laboratory may open the Class 1 system for alignment or maintenance) | UP.83015.CURR.LSLIP | Laser Safety Training-EHRS Program | Training reviews the use of class 3B and 4 lasers under the ANSI Z136.1 standard for safe use. Describes laser registration, specific hazards, and methods of control. |
| Work inside a biological safety cabinet | UP.83015.CURR.BCLIW | Biosafety Cabinet Operation | Provides instruction on the proper use of Biosafety Cabinets/Tissue Culture Hoods in laboratories. |
| Complete shipping documents, sign shipping documents, mark and label a package, and/or package hazardous or dangerous goods for shipment to a site outside the University. Hazardous or dangerous goods include dry ice, infectious waste, animal and human specimens, microbiological agents (bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi), genetically modified organisms and biological materials that are considered infectious. DNA alone is not considered infectious material. | UP.83015.CURR.SILIP | Shipping of Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods for Laboratory Staff-EHRS | Training will cover proper handling, labeling and shipping of hazardous and dangerous goods, which include biological materials, animal and human specimens, microbiological agents (bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi), genetically modified organisms and biological materials that are considered infectious, dry ice, and chemicals in small quantities. DNA alone is not considered infectious material. |
| Perform work that requires the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. |
| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety-EHRS | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. |
| Work with overhead hoists | UP.83015.CURR.HOISTSAFETY | Overhead Hoist Safety Training - EHRS | Teaches methods and procedures for the safe operation overhead hoists and cranes. |
| Build custom electrical equipment or modify electrical equipment. | UP.83015.ITEM.ELECCUSTOMEQUIP | Laboratory Electrical Safety Custom Equipment-EHRS | Reviews requirements for approval of custom equipment and modifications to equipment involving electrical components. |
School of Design
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who perform work with chemicals in conservation or preservation laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.CURRLABPHYSICAL | Physical Science Laboratory Safety Curriculum-EHRS | This course delivers introductory laboratory safety information for faculty, students, staff, and visiting scholars working in Penn physical science research laboratories. Topics include general lab safety policies, emergency procedures for labs, and an overview of biological, chemical and physical hazards in the laboratory. After completion of this course, learners will have a general awareness of lab hazards that is suitable for entering laboratories and conducting constantly-supervised lab work. Part 2 will be automatically assigned. Part 2 reviews risk assessment in laboratories and is needed before working independently in the laboratory. |
| Handle chemical and infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.WMLUW | Management of Laboratory Waste-UNIV | Online training course reviews chemical and infectious waste generation and proper procedures for collecting and disposing of waste in Penn laboratories. |
| Are Historic Preservation Interns | UP.83015.CURR.HAZCOM_HIST_PRES | Hazard Communication and Safety Awareness for Historic Preservation Interns-EHRS | Hazard Communication and Safety Awareness for Historic Preservation Interns reviews work hazards and hazard controls, including appropriate personal protective equipment. |
| Handle chemicals such as paints, solvents, ceramic materials, photographic materials, or manage staff that does and do not work in laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.HCDIW | Hazard Communication for School of Design Students and Staff- EHRS | Online training course that explains the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and hazards encountered when working with chemical outside of a laboratory atmosphere. |
| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. |
| Perform work that requires the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. |
| Wear personal protective equipment | UP.83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE Training for Non-laboratory Staff | Reviews the necessary personal protective equipment, use, and maintenance. |
| Perform welding or cutting or torch soldering? | UP.83015.ITEM.HWFIP | Hot Work Training - EHRS | Covers OSHA and Penn practices for Hot Work and the Permit Process. |
| Are exposed to high noise levels, such as compressors | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCON | Hearing Conservation Training-EHRS | Training describes how sound affects hearing, noise monitoring, ways to control noise exposure and audiometric testing. |
| Will be climbing ladders for access to materials stored in lofts or elsewhere. | UP.83015.ITEM.LAFIP | Ladder Safety - EHRS | Provides instruction on safe use and inspection of ladders in the workplace. |
| General electrical safety. Use of cords, plugs, etc. | UP.83015.ITEM.E1FIP | General Electrical Safety Overview. | Provides a basic knowledge for working safely around electrical systems. Personal Protective Equipment used for electrical safety will also be covered in this training. |
Shops and Maker Spaces
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
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| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. | |
| Wear personal protective equipment | UP.83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE Training for Non-laboratory Staff |
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| Work around energized equipment or use extension cords and power strips. | UP.83015.CURR.E1FIP | Electrical Safety Awareness Training for Facilities Staff-EHRS | Provides a basic knowledge for working safely around electrical systems. Personal Protective Equipment used for electrical safety will also be covered in this training. | |
| UP.83015.CURR.L2FIP | Lockout-Tagout Training for Authorized Staff-EHRS | Provides an overview of the OSHA Lockout-Tagout Standard and ensures staff properly follow procedures for lockout-tagout of equipment/machinery during maintenance. | |
| Work with hazardous chemicals | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. | |
| Perform welding or cutting | UP.83015.ITEM.HWFIP | Hot Work Training - EHRS | Covers OSHA and Penn practices for Hot Work and the Permit Process. Training required once. | |
| Perform welding or cutting | UP83015.CURR.WSFIP | Welding Safety | Covers hazard communication and required hazard identification, mitigation and personal protective equipment. | |
| Work with overhead hoists | UP.83015.CURR.HOISTSAFETY | Overhead Hoist Safety Training - EHRS | Teaches methods and procedures for the safe operation overhead hoists and cranes. | |
| Perform repetitive tasks, lift objects over 25 lbs, and push or pull equipment regularly | UP.83015.ITEM.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training describes ergonomic risk factors and ways to minimize risk. | |
| Are exposed to high noise levels, such as noise in vivarium cage wash or from equipment such as table saws | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCON | Hearing Conservation Training-EHRS | EHRS assesses noise exposure and determines if enrollment in the Hearing Conservation Program is necessary. Training reviews the University's Hearing Conservation Program, including noise control, hearing protection and audiometric testing. |
Theatre
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Work with hazardous chemicals such as paints and cleaners | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Access roofs or any location that may present an unprotected fall hazard or four feet or more | UP.83015.CURR.FAFIP | Fall Protection Awareness Training - EHRS | Provides an overview of safe work practices at heights for employees who work on roofs, ladders, scaffolding or other raised surfaces. This includes hazard recognition, fall protection systems and fall arrest forces. This training will include the use of Harnesses and Lanyards, if applicable. |
| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. |
| Use fall protection or ladder safety systems. | UP.83015.CURR.AUTHORFALL | Fall Protection-Authorized Person Training-EHRS | Reviews fall protection for authorized users which includes components of a fall protection system and rescue. |
| Perform load in and load out or lift and move materials greater than 25 pounds | UP83015.CURR.ERGOBACK | Materials Handling | Training reviews risk factors for lifting, pushing, and pulling, and ways to reduce your risk of injury during manual material handling |
| Use any type of personal protective equipment | UP83015.CURR.PPE_Non_Lab | PPE | Reviews the Personal Protective Equipment Assessment and or Job Safety Analysis Forms (specific form shall be referenced) and provides information on use and maintenance of PPE. |
| Use ladders | UP.83015.CURR.LAFIP | Ladder Safety | Provides instruction on safe use and inspection of ladders in the workplace. |
| Construct or use scaffolding | UP83015.CURR.SCFIP | Scaffold Competent Person | Reviews Scaffolding systems and terms used in general industry and construction and explains the role of the Competent Person. This qualifies the person to oversee scaffolding erection/dismantlement, fall protection erection/dismantlement, training of individuals involved in these activities and to determine safety in adverse weather conditions. |
ULAR
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Are exposed to high noise levels, such as cage washers, loud animals or equipment such as power washers | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCON | Hearing Conservation Training-EHRS | Training describes how sound affects hearing, ways to control noise exposure and audiometric testing. This is part of new and annual in-person EHRS training. |
| Work in vivarium | UP.83015.ITEM.UPDATEVIVARIUM | Annual safety update for vivarium staff-EHRS | Review of health and safety topics for work in vivarium, including hazard communication, bloodborne pathogens, personal protective equipment, ergonomics, and hearing conservation. |
| Staff who do not attend annual safety training but work with or around chemicals (cleaners) | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. |
| Perform repetitive tasks, lift objects over 25 lbs, and push or pull equipment regularly | UP.83015.ITEM.ERGOBACK | Protecting your Back | Training describes ergonomic risk factors and ways to minimize risk in animal care. |
| Perform work that requires the use of a respirator such as quarantine or dental | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. |
| Collect and ship infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.SIBHBPQUP | Shipping & Safety Training for Personnel Who Collect & Ship Infectious Waste - EHRS | Provides training for those who package and ship infectious waste per DOT shipping requirements. This includes signing and understanding infectious waste manifests. This training also provides an understanding of biological hazards, bloodborne pathogens and applicable personal protective equipment. |
| Ship hazardous or infectious materials from laboratories | UP.83015.ITEM.SILIP | Shipping of Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods for Laboratory Staff - EHRS | Discussion of the Dangerous Goods regulations with focus on the Division 6.2 Infectious Substances. Definitions, classifications, proper shipping name and UN numbers, marking and packing, and documentation are discussed for the correct shipping of infectious substances, biological substances, biological products, patient specimens, and genetically modified organisms. |
University Museum
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use aerial platforms that have a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base and travels up and down | UP.83015.CURR.AWP_SCISSORS | Aerial Work Platform - Scissors Lift Training | Training is required for those that use aerial platforms such as scissor lifts and vertical mast lifts with a platform that cannot be positioned completely beyond the base, or a lift platform that only travels straight up and down. | |
| Work on ladders, scaffolding, staging, access roofs or any location that may present an unprotected fall hazard or four feet or more | UP.83015.CURR.FAFIP | Fall Protection Awareness Training - EHRS | Provides an overview of safe work practices at heights for employees who work on roofs, ladders, scaffolding or other raised surfaces. This includes hazard recognition, fall protection systems and fall arrest forces. This training will include the use of Harnesses and Lanyards, if applicable. | |
| Operate a forklift or battery operated pallet jack | UP.83015.CURR.T1FIP | Forklift Training (Powered Industrial Trucks) - EHRS | Reviews OHSA Standard 1910.178 and includes the safe use and operation of forklift/powered industrial truck. | |
| Work with hazardous chemicals such as flammable liquids, toxic materials and corrosives in non-laboratory | UP.83015.CURR.HCBPEGAAZUP | Hazard Communication and Safety Training for Museum Staff (Facilities/Security/Housekeeping)-EHRS | Introduces museum staff to emergency information, hazard communication, bloodborne pathogens, asbestos awareness, personal protective equipment, and ergonomics. | |
| Who perform work with chemicals in conservation or preservation laboratories | UP.83015.CURR.CURRLABPHYSICAL | Physical Science Laboratory Safety Curriculum-EHRS |
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| Handle chemical and infectious waste | UP.83015.ITEM.WMLUW | Management of Laboratory Waste-UNIV | Online training course reviews chemical and infectious waste generation and proper procedures for collecting and disposing of waste in Penn laboratories. | |
| Work with overhead hoists | UP.83015.CURR.HOISTSAFETY | Overhead Hoist Safety Training - EHRS | Teaches methods and procedures for the safe operation overhead hoists and cranes. | |
| Work with hand tools, saws and other power tools or shop machinery | UP.83015.CURR.SHOPSAFETY | Shop Safety-EHRS | Training provides an overview of how to safety operate power tools and how to work safely in a shop setting. | |
| Perform chemical work on large artifacts that can't fit in a fume hood and may require the use of a respirator | UP.83015.CURR.RESPIRATOR | Respiratory Protection Training Program-EHRS | EHRS will evaluate the need for respiratory protection. After faculty and staff receive medical clearance at Occupational Medicine, fit testing will be scheduled at EHRS and employee will receive training on the use and maintenance of chosen respirators. Fit-testing and training are required annually. Students are cleared, fit-tested and trained at Student Wellness. | |
| Work with chemicals such as paint and cleaners not in a laboratory | UP.83015.CURR.HCNIW | Hazard Communication Training-EHRS | OSHA-required training which reviews types of chemicals, hazards, and ways to control exposures. Training includes how to read chemical labels and understand safety data sheets. | |
| Perform welding or cutting or torch soldering | UP.83015.ITEM.HWFIP | Hot Work Training - EHRS | Covers OSHA and Penn practices for Hot Work and the Permit Process. | |
| Lift or move materials weighing more than 25 lbs | UP.83015.ITEM.MATERIALHANDLING | Provides review of lifting, pushing and pulling hazards and ways to reduce risk of injury. | ||
| Are exposed to high noise environments, incluing firing range or building alarms | UP.83015.CURR.HEARINGCONPS | Hearing Conservation For Public Safety-EHRS | Reviews the University's Hearing Conservation Program, including noise control, hearing protection and audiometric testing. Please note EHRS may wish to conduct noise exposure monitoring to determine noise exposure and the need to be enrolled in the Hearing Conservation Program. | |
VA
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Are working in a PSOM or biorengineering research laboratory | See main campus research and teaching lab training requirements |
Wistar
| For faculty, staff or students who... | Please assign | Course Title | Course Description |
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| Work in research labs | Assign Wistar safety training. |