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Science Safety Program

 The Science Safety Program is under the umbrella of the University Health and Safety Program.  For Information on the University Health and Safety Program, contact the Human Resources Department.  The Science Safety Program is an integrated safety program which incorporates the Internal Responsibility System.  In the following pages, you will find information about the Science Safety Program elements.

The Science Safety Advisory Committee is made up of Staff, Faculty, Students and Research Personnel who review the Science Safety Program on a regular basis.  For more information please contact Chris Williams.

Everyone who works in the Sciences needs to view the following overview and be familiar with its concepts.

View the »Science Safety Program Overview Presentation.

View the »Science Safety Program Core Principles document.

Next Steps


  1. Complete the University mandated training (WHMIS) in Blackboard. 
  1. Read the Science Safety Program Core Principles Document.
  1. Take the quiz for the Core Principles in the Science Safety Program course in Blackboard.
  1. Complete the Lab Safety Training Record with your supervisor.  Determine which additional Safety Training (Supervisor Designated Training) you need.
  1. Complete the Supervisor Designated Training on your Lab Safety Training Record including any job specific training assigned by your supervisor.
  1. Ensure your supervisor has a completed and signed record (Lab Safety Training record) of all your training and keep a record for yourself.

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