Environmental Health & Safety

Training eCourse Library

There have been many updates to the EHSRM Course Library as of April 24, 2026. All courses available in the UC Learning Center have been updated to meet  WCAG 2.1 AA or higher accessibility standards. Some courses have been retired or removed.

If you have inquiries about a course, please email ehstraining@ucr.edu. 

To enroll or take a course, visit the UCR Learning Center website. 

The following courses are available online. You must have a UCR NetID to participate in these courses. For help with accessing the UCR Learning Center, review the Access and Roles section on the website, or submit a Service Catalog ticket.

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Campus

  • Alarm Response (Update Coming Soon)

    Length: 20 min     Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: ILT

    Overview of how to respond to a modified positive alarm sequence (MPAS). Topics include: fire sprinklers, heat sensors, manual pull stations, smoke detectors, and supervisory alarms involving AEDs and fire sprinkler valves.

  • Aerosol Transmissible Diseases (ATD)

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training     Type: eCourse

    Overview of how to work safely where occupational exposure to Aerosol Transmissible Diseases may take place. Topics include: Aerosol Transmissible Diseases (ATDs), respiratory protection, characteristics (signs & symptoms), screening methods, control measures (engineering and work practice controls), referral procedures, PPE, reporting exposure & treatment, vaccination, and the ATD Exposure Control Plan. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 5144, 5199).

  • Animal Care and Use

    Instructions:

    1. Review the Animal Use Protocols (AUP) with your PI / faculty advisor
    2. Complete the UC Riverside AUP Personnel Add Form and submit to iacucTraining@ucr.edu
    3. Receive access and directions for the following training:
      1. Occupational Health Review
      2. Completion of the UCR/AALAS on-line animal user training
      3. Viewing of a species specific handling video
      4. Acknowledgement of understanding rules and procedures

    For more information contact iacucTraining@ucr.edu

    OCV Vivarium Access Training is also available in the UC Learning Center

  • Asbestos, Lead, Mold & Silica Hazards

    Length:  30 min     Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training     Type: eCourse

    Overview of how to work safely where occupational exposure to asbestos, lead, mold, and silica may take place and the use of respiratory protection to minimize risk. Topics include: Asbestos, lead, mold, silica, definitions, materials, signs and labels, role authorizations, control measures (engineering and work practice controls), accidents, handling and reporting exposure, and hazard programs. This course references Cal/OSHA regulations (8 CCR 1532.3, 5198, and 5208).

  • UC Back Safety (Smart Body Management) - Updated Course Coming Soon

    Length: 30 min     Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training     Type: eCourse

    Introduction to back safety and safe lifting techniques. Topics include: Mechanism of back injury, Power posture(s), Rules for sitting safely, Principles of safe work technique (lifting, pushing/pulling, & transferring), and identifying safe & unsafe work technique.

  • Biosafety

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: Safety Training Consortium     Type: eCourse

    This course follows NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules that requires institutions receiving NIH funding to ensure that all Principal Investigators (PIs), laboratory staff, and Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) members receive appropriate biosafety training regarding laboratory safety and implementation of the NIH Guidelines.

    NOTE: This course does not qualify you to work with bloodborne pathogens. You must take additional training to work with those materials.

  • Bloodborne Pathogens 

    Length: 25 min     Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Introduction to safe use of biohazardous materials. Topics include: The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, Epidemiology & Symptoms, Modes of Transmission, Exposure Control Plan, Tasks & Activities, Methods of Compliance, PPE Selection, PPE Decontamination & Disposal, Hepatitis B Vaccination, Emergency Procedures, Exposures, Post Exposure Evaluation & Follow-up, Signs and Labels, Waste Management, and Questions and Answers.

  • Carcinogen Safety

    Length: 30 min    Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of how to work safely where occupational exposure to Carcinogens may take place. Topics include: Carcinogen handling, safety controls, decontamination, medical surveillance, waste disposal, first aid, regulated areas, and incident response. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 5209).

  • CANRA Mandated Reporter Training

    Length: 20 min     Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training    Type: eCourse

    Overview of The California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (“CANRA”): Mandated Reporter. Topics include: Overview of CANRA, responsibilities of a mandated reporter, how to report, and resources at each location. This course meets UC Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect policy and covers California Penal Code §§ 11164-11174.3
    Available in English or Spanish.

    Keeping Your Day Camp Safe

    Length: 20 min    Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse  

    Day camp can be a wonderful experience for kids. They make new friends, learn new skills, and increase their self-confidence. But not if they are abused at camp by a counselor or by another peer. This course shows you where and when abuse is most likely to happen in a day camp setting and steps you can take to keep kids at day camp safe.

    Keeping your Overnight Camp Safe

    Length: 20 min     Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Camping can be a wonderful experience for kids. They make new friends, learn new skills, and increase their self-confidence. But not if they are abused at camp by a counselor or by another peer. This course shows you where and when abuse is most likely to happen in a camp setting and steps you can take to keep kids at camp safe.

  • Compressed Gas Safety

    Length:  30 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Overview of safe use of compressed gas. Topics include: overview (identify common types and uses), equipment (choose and safely use appropriate equipment and tools), procedures (use safe work practices to handle compressed gas: how to connect, fill, disconnect, and transport cylinders and dewars), incident response (respond in the event of a leak, spill, or injury), and resources. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 49 CFR 173.315, 8 CFR 1740).

  • Concussion Safety

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse 

    Introduction to concussion safety. Topics include facts about concussions and how to: recognize, remove, and report participants experiencing concussions, describe the Return to Play Protocol, recognize and reduce risk of concussions, and distinguish between types of concussion tests. This course meets UC Policies: •University of California Sport Club Programs Concussion Policy and Protocol Basic Framework.

  • Confined Spaces

    Length: 18 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training    Type: eCourse

    Overview of confined space entry operations. Topics include CS entry permit, atmospheric hazards, atmospheric testing and monitoring, other CS hazards, Hazard controls, duties of entry supervisor, attendant, entrants, rescue personnel, rescue operations, for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3203, 5157, 5158).

  • Controlled Substances Training

    Length: 40 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of the secure use of controlled substances Topics include: CSUA, Storage site controls and security, Orders / Delivery / Receipt, Usage Logs and Biennial Inventory, Transfers / Imports / Exports, Disposal, Diversion and Loss Reporting, and Illicit activities & Repercussions for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets UC Policy BFB-BUS-50: Controlled Substances.

  • Cryogen Safety

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eLearning

    Overview of safe use of cryogens. Topics include: overview (identify common types and uses), equipment (choose and safely use appropriate equipment and tools), procedures (use safe work practices to handle cryogens: how to connect, fill, disconnect, and transport dewars), incident response (respond in the event of a spill or injury), and resources. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 49 CFR 173.315).

  • Driver Safety

    Length: 31min    Course Code: RI-UCLOLDRIVER   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Introduction to safe and responsible vehicle operation while conducting University business. Topics include recognizing driving hazards, applying defensive driving techniques, and preparing for adverse road conditions. Discussion includes distracted driving, impairment, fatigue, and emergency response procedures. This course aligns with UC BUS-46: Use of University Vehicles and Driver Authorization requirements for all authorized University drivers.

  • Electrical Safety

    Length:  15 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of general electrical safety for non-electrical workers. Topics include: electrical current effects in the human body, electrical hazards (electric shock, thermal burns, arc flash, arc blast), electrical protections (insulation, guarding, grounding, electrical protection devices), safety controls, safe work practices, and responding to electric shock. This course covers relevant Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR Chapter 4, Subchapter 5: Group 1. Low-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders).

    Machinery, Tools, Hot Work, and Lockout/Tagout

    Length:  25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    This course covers machinery & equipment safe practices and procedures, hot work, lockout/tagout for non-electrical machines, tools (hand & power), welding, cutting, and brazing, and is meant for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. This course covers Cal/OSHA Chapter 8 CCR 1510, 1689, 2940.13, 3203, 3314, 3380.

    Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course.

  • Emergency Staff : BSEC/BES training (Course coming soon)

    Overview of duties of emergency staff, including Building Supervisors for Emergency Conditions (BSEC) and Building Emergency Staff (BES). Topics include: Responsibilities, Response, and Resources. 

    Length: TBD    Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: eCourse

    For in person training, please email emergency@ucr.edu for training availability

  • Computer Ergonomics Self-Assessment

    Computer Ergonomics Self-Assessment is an online self-assessment and Training program targeted at office workers. This online program, hosted by Risk & Safety Solutions, helps you identify your risks, automate injury-prevention activities, and analyze results.

    • Mandatory for certain office-worker job categories.
    • Recommended for all faculty and staff who work more than 2 hours per day at a computer.
    • Start your Computer Ergonomics Self-Assessment in the Risk & Safety Solutions Portal.

  • Fall Prevention

    *This is an awareness level course and does not authorize the learner to use equipment. To inquire about authorized user training, please email ehstraining@ucr.edu.

    Time: 30min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Overview of fall prevention. Topics include: general fall protection requirements (trigger heights), fall protection systems (active & passive), fall protection equipment (body wear, anchorage points, & connecting devices), and fall protection plans. This course also covers safe use of aerial work platforms, scaffolds, and portable ladders. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 1670, 1671, 1671.1, 3209, 3210, 3622, 3276, 3648).

     

    Fall Protection Authorized User (4-hour)

    Time: 4 hours   Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: Instructor Led Training 

    The target audience for this course is employees who will be responsible for implementing the organization’s Fall Protection Program, including selecting equipment and systems; rigging fall protection equipment; supervising workers who need to use the equipment; and monitoring the inspection and maintenance of the equipment.

    Topics Covered:

    • fall protection program
    • rigging
    • equipment
    • supervising
    • equipment inspections
    • equipment maintenance
    • recognize hazards
    • don/doff safety equipment

    This course is offered twice per year for authorized users only. Retraining is every three years. For additional information, please email ehstraining@ucr.edu.

  • Fire Safety & Prevention (formerly Fire Extinguishers)

    Time: 15min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Overview of fire safety for all staff. Topics include: Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, (what to do) In case of Fire, and Fire Extinguishers. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 6151).

    Fire & Life Safety for Residence Halls

    Time: 15min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Overview of fire safety for Housing Residence Halls staff. Topics include: Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, (what to do) In case of Fire, and Fire Extinguishers. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 6151).

  • First Aid / CPR / AED Certification

     

    Take a class

    If you require First Aid / CPR / AED certification, there are a variety of services available, both on and off campus:

    Submit proof of training to EH&S

    Once complete, submit proof of completion in one of these ways:

    Email: ehstraining@ucr.edu 
    Fax: (951) 827-5122
    Mail: Environmental Health & Safety, 900 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92521

    Once Environmental Health & Safety receives the proof of completion, we can update your training records (transcript). Proof of completion can include a copy of your certificate, transcript, receipt, sign-in sheet (with an agenda attached), and/or completed test (include your printed name, signature, and date).

    UC Learning Center Self-Reported Training

    You can also upload all information to the UC Learning Center directly. You can find the information in "Self" menu, "Learning" section, under "Self-Reported Training." You can fine more information at UCR Learning Center 

  • Food Safety

    Time: 30 min  Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Introduction to Food Safety. Topics include: Foodborne Illness, (safe) Food Handling Practices, Temperatures, and Sanitation. This course covers the California Retail Food Code Sections 113700-114437.

    Training for Food Permits: if you are a student and have never used the UCR Learning Center before, you may need to create an Affiliate account to access the training. If you have trouble accessing the UCR Learning Center, please visit the UCR Learning Center or email ucrlearning@ucr.edu for assistance. 

     

    Dining Services Food Safety - update coming soon

    Time: 30 min  Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: eCourse 

    Introduction to food safety for Dining Services staff. This training was developed through a partnership between University of California Riverside Dining Services and Environmental Health & Safety.

    Topics Covered:

    • The Importance of Food Safety
    • Good Personal Hygiene
    • Controlling Time and Temperature
    • Preventing Cross-Contamination
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing

  • Hazard Communication

    Length: 35 min  Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of how to work safely where occupational exposure to chemical hazards may be present. Topics include: Regulations, Hazard Identification, Control Measures, Exposures, Reference, Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets UC Policy and Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 5194).

  • Hazardous Waste Management

    Time: 25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of proper determination and management of hazardous waste. Topics include: labeling, storing, treating, and disposal of hazardous waste. Discussion includes physically hazardous, chemical, biohazardous, radioactive, and mixed waste. for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets UC Policy and Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 22 CCR 66262.17)

  • Hearing Conservation

    Length: 30 min   Copyright: Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Overview of Hearing Conservation for employees who are exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 dBA (decibels in A-weighting scale). Topics include: the effects of noise on hearing; the purpose of hearing protectors, the advantages, disadvantages, and attenuation of various types, and instructions on selection, fitting, use, and care; and the purpose of audiometric testing, and an explanation of the test procedures. This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: Article 105, 8 CCR 5099).

  • Heat Illness

    Length: 25 min  Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training (2018)   Type: eCourse

    Overview of heat illness prevention. Topics include: Heat illness, Prevention, Procedures, Response, and Supervisors.

  • Machinery, Tools, Hot Work, and Lockout/Tagout

    Length:  25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Hot work can be defined as any operation such as brazing, cutting, welding, grinding, soldering, or torching that can cause sparks or flames. While such work is necessary, the hazards associated can be minimized through an effective hot work permit program. This 30-minute course provides an overview of an OSHA-compliant hot work permit program, including the permit process, roles and responsibilities, and controls used to minimize the risk of fire. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to identify key elements of a hot work permit program, describe the primary roles and responsibilities of key personnel involved in a compliant hot work permit program, and recall controls used to minimize the risk of fire and injury during hot work operations.

  • Laboratory Safety Fundamentals

    Length: 1 hr 17 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Introduction to the fundamentals of laboratory safety, chemical safety, and general safety. This course covers relevant campus Laboratory Safety Manual(s) and rights/responsibilities according to applicable regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3320, 3221, 3380, 5110, 6151, 5154, 5164, 5191, 5194, 3203, 3380-3387), meets the requirements of the UC Regents Agreement (if completed after 09/24/12), and covers UC Policies (Laboratory Safety and Management HSE).

    Completion will also satisfy multiple additional activities all of which will be broken down on users' transcripts. Users may receive multiple completion notifications for these additional activities.

    Topics Covered:

    • Analyzing hazards
    • Controlling exposure
    • Minimizing risk
    • Vigilance in the laboratory
    • Signs & labels
    • Hygiene & Health Habits
    • Protective clothing and equipment
    • Work Practices
    • Emergencies
    • Storage and handling
    • Hazard identification
    • Roles, rights, responsibilities
    • Injury Illness Prevention
    • Chemical Hygiene Plans (CHP)
    • Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

    NOTE: This course replaces Laboratory Safety Orientation (Fundamentals) 2013.

    Laboratory Safety Awareness for Support Personnel

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Introduction to laboratory safety for support personnel. Topics include: Clothing and PPE, hazards (physical, chemical, radiological, biological, laser, animal), signs and warnings, magnets, access restrictions, work practices, security, emergency procedures, and reporting. This course covers relevant Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3340, 3341).

  • Laser Safety

    Length: 45 min   Copyright: UC Risk & safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Overview of working safely with Class 3B or Class 4 lasers. Topics include: laser classes and components, biological effects and non-beam hazards, and control measures and safe work practices for individuals who work with or near Class 3B or Class 4 lasers or service and/or maintain laser systems. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course relies on ANSI Z136.1

  • Machinery, Tools, Hot Work, and Lockout/Tagout

    Length:  25 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Hot work can be defined as any operation such as brazing, cutting, welding, grinding, soldering, or torching that can cause sparks or flames. While such work is necessary, the hazards associated can be minimized through an effective hot work permit program. This 30-minute course provides an overview of an OSHA-compliant hot work permit program, including the permit process, roles and responsibilities, and controls used to minimize the risk of fire. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. Learner objectives for this course are to identify key elements of a hot work permit program, describe the primary roles and responsibilities of key personnel involved in a compliant hot work permit program, and recall controls used to minimize the risk of fire and injury during hot work operations.

  • Motorized Cart Safety

    Length: 20 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Overview of safe operating techniques for motorized carts. Topics include: Inspection, Preparation, Driving, Parking, and Reporting for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees.

  • N-95 Respirator Voluntary Use

    Length: 6 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of N-95 Respirator Use. Topics include: How-to put-on N-95 Respirators, proper use and maintenance, required use, voluntary use, and limitations. Based on Cal/OSHA's regulation for worker use of respirators (Title 8 CCR.5144)

    Respiratory Protection

    Based on Cal/OSHA's regulation for worker use of respirators. For current or accurate information on campus respiratory protection program, please visit the EH&S Respiratory Protection Program Page.

  • Pesticide Handler 

    Length: 55 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of handler training and University of California Integrated Pest Management (IPM) policy. Topics include: Handler Training, IPM Policy, Heat Illness Prevention, Hazard Communication, Pesticide Use Authorization, Restricted Use Pesticides, Prevention, Emergency Response, Additional Resources. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course covers relevant Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 3 CC 6724, 8 CCR 3395, 3396, 5149).

  • To Enroll in the Training outside of the UCLC

    Child abuse and neglect are a serious concern and the University must provide an environment that is safe and protects children on University premises or activities in programs conducted by the University.

    UCR has partnered with Praesidium Services to provide online training opportunities for staff involved in programs with minors.

    Please send a request to support@praesidiuminc.com to access the online courses. Praesidium courses are no longer available in the UC Learning Center. 

    A sample of training courses include:

    • A day at day camp
    • Keeping your camp safe
    • It happened to me 
    • Meet Sam

    View the Praesidium Academy Course catalog for full course offerings. 

  • Respiratory Protection

    Length:  15 min  Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: eCourse

    Overview of the selection, use, limitations, standards, and handling of respiratory protection to minimize risk. Topics include: Respiratory protection, respirators, definitions. types, capabilities, selection, respirator limitations, PPE, fit testing, maintenance, cleaning, accidents, handling and reporting exposure, medical limitations, medical programs and exposure programs. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (8 CCR 5144).

     

    N-95 Respirator Voluntary Use

    Length: 6 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of N-95 Respirator Use. Topics include: How-to put-on N-95 Respirators, proper use and maintenance, required use, voluntary use, and limitations. Based on Cal/OSHA's regulation for worker use of respirators (Title 8 CCR.5144).

  • Radiation Safety For Users of Radiation Producing Machines

    Length: 1 Hour  Copyright:  UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Introduction to sources of radiation, radiation exposure limits, risk evaluation, and safety precautions. Overview of hazards related to working with radiation producing machines. Topics include: Radiation hazards, Exposure control, and personal protective equipment (PPE). This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 17 CCR 30255(b)).

    This on-line training course will satisfy your training requirements to work with a Radiation Producing Machine.

     

    Radiation Fundamentals (formerly Radiation Safety — Initial Online Training)

    Length: 1 Hour 15 minutes  Copyright:  UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Introduction to sources of radiation, radiation exposure limits, risk evaluation and safety precautions. Overview of hazards related to working with radioactive materials. Topics include: Instructions to personnel, radiation hazards, radiation producing machines, exposure control, and personal protective equipment (PPE). This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 17 CCR 30255(b)).This on-line training course will satisfy your training requirements to work with a Radiation Producing Machine.

    After the initial training, you will be instructed to complete the refresher training. You can find the link and your expiration date in the UC Learning Center under "Learner Dashboard." Look for: Radiation Safety: Refresher

  • Safety Orientation/Injury & Illness Prevention Program *Required Training

    Length: 35 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Overview of safety fundamentals, injury & illness prevention, and emergencies. Topics include: hazard identification, control measures (including personal protective equipment), risk assessment, IIPP, EAP, FPP, fire extinguishers, and heat illness, preventing injuries from strains & sprains, slips, trips, falls, being struck-by (or on) an object, and getting caught-in (or between) spaces. for affected staff, users, and/or exposed employees. Please note that if you serve as an Authorized, Certified, Competent, Licensed, or Qualified person you must complete additional training beyond this course. This course meets Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3380, 3203, 3220, 3221, 3395, 3396, 6151).

    This course covers relevant UC Policy on Management of HSE, UCR Campus Policy 425-58, and Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3380, 3203, 3220, 3221, and 6151). It is a certification and is required every three years. 

  • Shop Safety Fundamentals

    Length: 15 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Introduction to the fundamentals of shop safety. Topics include: Roles & responsibilities, ISEM, Hazards, and safe Work practices. For more information, refer to the UC Shop Safety Manual and UC Shop Hazard Assessment and Resource Kit (SHARK). This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 3203 (a); 3314; 5510)

  • Slips, Trips, and Falls - Coming Soon

    Length: 30 min   Course Code: TBD   Copyright: TBD   Type: eCourse

    Slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general industry accidents. They cause 15% of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities from accidents. This course is intended to provide employees with the ability to recognize and prevent slip, trip, and fall hazards, and to address the key components of ladder safety. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. The learning objectives of the course are to list injuries that can result from slips, trips, and falls; identify fall hazards in the work area; describe the proper use of a ladder; specify how to set up a ladder; list tips to prevent injuries on stairs; describe how to minimize walkway hazards; and list contributing factors to slips, trips, and falls. This course was developed with subject-matter support from EnSafe Inc., a global professional services company focused on engineering, environmental, health and safety, and information technology.

  • Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan

    Length: 30 min   Course Code: RI-ESILT0194   Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: ILT

    When petroleum products are accidentally spilled, they may damage the environment and pollute our waterways. A spill of only one gallon of oil can contaminate a million gallons of water. This 30-minute course will provide you with information on the prevention and countermeasures you should take should a spill occur. This training will also provide information on the components of a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements.

    Topics Covered: 

    • Identify information found in an SPCC plan
    • Identify responsibilities of the ESH specialist
    • Select characteristics of secondary containment or diversionary structures
    • Identify characteristics of oil storage containers
    • Identify security measures that should be used to help prevent spills

  • Supervisor Safety

    Length: 45 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse 

    Overview of safety leadership. Topics include: safety culture, roles and responsibilities, legal Liability requirements, performance management, hazard identification, risk assessment, control measures, effectiveness checks, training types and records, safety communications, inspection checklists and corrective actions, agency inspections, accident prevention, accident response, accident Investigations (including root cause analysis), guidelines/authorizations/permits, written documents, and other helpful tools. This course covers UC Policy (Management of Health, Safety and the Environment) relevant Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 340, 3203, 3341, 3380)

  • UCR Clean Water Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination Training (Updated Course Coming Soon)

    Length: 15 min   Copyright: UCR EH&S   Type: eCourse 

    This training was developed by Environmental Health & Safety for those individuals who may be notified, come into contact with, or otherwise observe an illicit discharge or illegal connection to the storm drain system at UC Riverside. Topics Covered: Illicit Discharge, Illicit Detection, Illicit Elimination, Stormwater Protection.

  • Wildfire Smoke Protection

    This information is based on Cal/OSHA Appendix B to Section 5141.1. The standard is applicable when the Air Quality Index for fine particulate matter (PM2.5) is 151 or greater. It applies to employees who work outside or in non-filtered buildings and/or vehicles for more than one hour per shift. 

    Updated Training Materials coming soon. 

  • Workplace Violence Prevention (UC Health)

    Length: 47 min   Course Code: RI-ESECO-UCLOL0033   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training   Type: eCourse

    Participants will learn how workplace violence is defined, the four main types of incidents, and basic strategies for prevention and response. The course also introduces key elements of the UC Workplace Violence Prevention Program, reporting options, and resources for support.

    Topics Include:

    • Defining Workplace Violence
    • Four Types of Workplace Violence
    • Understanding Basic Strategies
    • Recognizing Elements of Workplace Violence Prevention Program
    • How to Report Violent Incidents
    • Where to Get Help
    • Recognize how to identify patients with an increased risk of violence (via patient chart flags, patient room door signage, and other identifiers)

Health

  • Aerosol Transmissible Diseases (ATD)

    Length: 25 min    Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Overview of how to work safely where occupational exposure to Aerosol Transmissible Diseases may take place. Topics include: Aerosol Transmissible Diseases (ATDs), respiratory protection, characteristics (signs & symptoms), screening methods, control measures (engineering and work practice controls), referral procedures, PPE, reporting exposure & treatment, vaccination, and the ATD Exposure Control Plan. This course covers Cal/OSHA regulations (Reference: 8 CCR 5144, 5199).

  • Bloodborne Pathogens

    Length: 25 min  Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training Type: eCourse

    Topics include: The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, Epidemiology & Symptoms, Modes of Transmission, Exposure Control Plan, Needle Stick Prevention, PPE Selection, PPE Decontamination & Disposal, Hepatitis B Vaccination, Emergency Procedures, Exposures, Post Exposure Evaluation & Follow-up, Signs and Labels, Waste Management, and Questions and Answers.

  • Professional Boundaries in Healthcare

    Length: 30 min   Copyright: UC Risk & Safety Training  Type: eCourse

    Overview of Professional Boundaries in Healthcare. Topics include establishing professional boundaries, understanding boundary violations, building better boundaries, creating a culture of safety, and responding to red flags and boundary violations.

    This course meets UC Policies: • Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) • Sexual Violence & Sexual Harassment • Boundaries Training, Procedural Guidelines, Patient Education and Other Controls to Prevent and Detect Sexual Misconduct in the Clinical Setting

  • Professional Boundaries Awareness

    Length: 50 min    Copyright: 2022     Course Code: RI-MDECO0007Overview of how to work within professional boundaries for Student Health Services (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) personnel. Topics include: defining professional boundaries and boundary violations, establishing safety culture, responding to boundary violations, and reporting procedures. This course meets UC Policies (Reference: Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), Sexual Violence & Sexual Harassment).

    This course meets UC Policies: •Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) •Sexual Violence & Sexual Harassment •Boundaries Training, Procedural Guidelines, Patient Education and Other Controls to Prevent and Detect Sexual Misconduct in the Clinical Settings.

  • Safe Patient Handling Awareness

    Length: 20   Copyright: Risk & Safety Training  Course Code: RI-MDECO-UCLOL0018

    Overview of Safe Patient Handling (SPH). Topics include: What is SPH?, Background, SPH Programs, and Expectations.

  • Supervisor Safety for UC Health

    Length: 25 min     Copyright: 2023     Course Code: TBD

    Overview of supervisor safety within UC Health organizations. Topics include supervisor roles and responsibilities, hazard mitigation, injury prevention and response, and available resources. This course covers 8 CCR 3203 regarding the Injury and Illness Prevention Program.

  • Workplace Violence Prevention in Healthcare

    Length: 25 min   Copyright: 2023     Course Code: RI-ESECO-UCLOL0033

    The purpose of the course is to reinforce University of California's commitment to preventing violence in the workplace and to provide information to staff, faculty, and student employees on the policies and reporting options in place to create a safe environment for the UC Medical Centers.

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