Research Related Health & Safety

All faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers and students at the University of Toronto Scarborough who conduct laboratory research or supervise personnel who conduct laboratory research or research-based activities need to be familiar with the types of hazards associated within this environment and must receive appropriate training to work safely.

The University of Toronto Scarborough, Campus Safety & Security and Human Resource Services coordinate training sessions through the University of Toronto Office of Environmental Health and Safety and offer several research-related training courses such as:

  • Laboratory Safety Awareness Training
  • Chemical Safety & WHMIS Training
  • Laboratory Biosafety Training
  • Radiation Safety Training
  • Hazardous Waste Management and Lab Spill Response Training
  • Respiratory Protection

Find additional information about these courses and other research related health & safety resources below. 

Contact

University of Toronto Office of Environmental Health & Safety

University of Toronto Scarborough Human Resources 

University of Toronto Scarborough Campus Safety & Security