Division | Course Name | Description | Duration; Frequency | Format | Register |
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EHS-OS | Fall Protection | The purpose of this course is to provide hazard recognition and general knowledge of safe working procedures when exposed to fall hazards. This course will explain the hierarchy of fall protection and the use of guardrails, fall restraint, personal fall arrest systems, and warning lines/ designated areas to reduce fall hazards. Read More | 2-hours; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EM | Emergency Preparedness Workshop | Helps units and supervisors develop Emergency Preparedness plans for their department, covering filing and using Emergency Preparedness Guides. Read More | 1-hour | In-Person | Click Here |
EM | Mason Alert | Provided for designated administrators, managers, and authorized senders. The training covers the use of the alert system, message design and sending, group management, and system features. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Hybrid | Click Here |
EM | Emergency Preparedness Training | Helps you understand emergency management principles, plan for known threats and potential hazards, and review emergency response roles within the Mason Community. Employees can access training on MasonLeaps, while student access is coming soon. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Online | |
EM | Active Threat | Teaches participants how to respond to an Active Threat situation. The RUN-HIDE-FIGHT response to an Active Shooter situation is also covered. Read More | 1.5-hours | In-Person | Click Here |
EHW | Stop the Bleed | Teaches participants how to provide first aid to large volume bleeding, and use a tourniquet. Read More | 1.5-hours | In-Person | Click Here |
EM | Resident Assistant Safety Academy | Includes workshops on emergency preparedness, response procedures, and common health and safety hazards. This training aims to educate Resident Advisors on handling health and safety issues effectively in emergencies. Read More | 4-hours; annual | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS | Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation (SMSC) Residential Orientation | Discussion of policies, rules, and/or regulations located within the residential handbook for students residing at the Front Royal campus residence hall. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-FS | Fire Extinguisher Use | Learn to safely and confidently operate a fire extinguisher at this hands-on training. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-FS | Fire Safety Training | Provides basic fire safety information and tools to acknowledge fire safety concerns and take the appropriate mitigation actions. This training also provides participants with a fundamental base for Crowd Manager Training. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-FS | Crowd Manager Training | Familiarize employees who work at large venues on campus with the Crowd Manager Guide, and the responsibilities and duties of a crowd manager. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-LS | Animal & Vivarium Safety | Covers risks, vivarium safety, zoonotic diseases, protective equipment, waste handling, allergens, and medical surveillance. Read More | 1-hour; every 3 years | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS-LS | Autoclave Equipment | Covers Regulated Medical Waste regulations and safe operating procedures for autoclave equipment. Individuals are required to take this training prior to preparing waste for autoclave treatment and/or operating an autoclave. Read More | 30 minutes; as needed | Hybrid | Email labsafe@gmu.edu to request training. |
EHS-LS | Biological Safety for BSL-2 Laboratories | Covers biosafety principles, risk assessment, disinfection procedures, waste handling, autoclave use, bloodborne pathogens, spills, and exposure response. Read More | 1.5-hour; annual | Online | Click Here |
EHS-LS | BSL-2 Biosafety Refresher | Fulfills the requirement for Biological Safety for BSL-2 Laboratories training. To register for the refresher training, prior attendance of Biological Safety for BSL-2 Laboratories and Laboratory Safety Orientation is required. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Online | Click Here |
EHS-LS | Laboratory Safety Awareness | All non-lab employees must complete Laboratory Safety Awareness training before entering George Mason University laboratories. The training covers hazard recognition, appropriate attire, and emergency protocols for visitors. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS-LS | Laboratory Safety Orientation | Covers university-specific safety policies, chemical hygiene, risk assessment, waste management, and emergency response. It also introduces best practices for working with chemicals and non-infectious biological materials and highlights EHS services available to lab personnel. Read More | 45 minutes; one-time | Online | Employees Only: Launch Course Students Only: Launch Course | Completion Form |
EHS-LS | Laboratory Safety Refresher | This refresher includes updated policies, personal protection, hazard identification, waste and inventory management, spill response, engineering controls, and decontamination procedures. Prior attendance of Laboratory Safety Orientation is required. Read More | 45 minutes; annual | Online | Employees Only: Launch Course Students Only: Launch Course | Completion Form |
EHS-LS | Shipping Class 6.2 Infectious Materials | This course is for lab personnel who frequently ship infectious materials or dry ice. It fulfills DOT training requirements, except for in-depth security training. The course focuses on shipping by air following the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulation. Read More | 2-hours; every 2 years | Hybrid | Email labsafe@gmu.edu to request training. |
EHS-LS | Working Safely with HIV | Covers the associated hazards, mitigation strategies, and incident response procedures. Prior completion of Biological Safety for BSL-2 Laboratories is required. Read More | 1-hour | Online | Email labsafe@gmu.edu to request training. |
EHS-OS | Asbestos & Silica Awareness | This class provides awareness training on asbestos hazards, control and protection methods, identification of damaged material, and response to releases. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Hazard Communication | Covers topics such as labeling and storage of hazardous materials, measures to protect against exposure, emergency procedures, safety equipment, hazardous waste disposal, and safety policies. It must be completed within 30 days of employment. Read More | 1-hour | Online | Employees Only:Launch Course Students Only: Launch Course | Completion Form |
EHW | Bloodborne Pathogens | Provided to individuals at occupational risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. The training covers risks, handling procedures for human materials, and other potentially infectious materials. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here Students Only: Launch Course | Completion Form |
EHS-LS | Environmental Field Safety | Provided to instructional and research personnel working outside traditional laboratories. It covers field hazard identification, precautionary measures, attire, personal protective equipment, field chemical safety, and specimen collection/transport. Read More | 1-hour | Hybrid | Email labsafe@gmu.edu to request training. |
EHS-EC | Hazardous and Regulated Waste | How to properly identify, collect, label, and store hazardous materials and regulated waste for disposal. | 1-hour | Online | Employees Only: Launch Course Students Only: Launch Course | Completion Form |
EHW | Hearing Conservation | Covers the effects of noise on hearing, the use of hearing protective devices (HPD), and audiometric testing. Workers in areas where the 8-hour average may be exceeded must receive hearing conservation training within 6 months of assignment. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Hybrid | Employees Only: Launch Course |
EHW | Respiratory Protection | Covers respiratory hazards in routine and emergency situations, proper usage of respirators including donning, doffing, limitations, and maintenance. Employees must complete respiratory protection training before receiving respiratory protection. Read More | 1-hour; annual | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Aerial Lift Training | Includes hands-on instruction covering equipment inspection, safe operation, maneuvering techniques, and the use of personal protective equipment. Read More | Varies; every 3 years | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Art Safety | Covers policies and safety practices related to working with hazardous materials. This training must be completed within 30 days of employment. Read More | 1-hour; annual | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Chainsaw Safety | Covers chainsaw operation, maintenance, safety hazard awareness, proper use of personal protective equipment, and safety procedures. Read More | 4-hours; every 3 years | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Confined Space Entry | A confined space is a work area that allows entry and assigned tasks, but has limited access and is not meant for continuous occupancy. Read More | 3-hours | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Fall Protection | Enhances hazard recognition and general understanding of safe working procedures in relation to fall hazards. Read More | 2-hours | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | General Safety Training | Provides an overview of workplace hazards, the EHS safety program, safety resources, plans, manuals, and required training. Read More | 1-hour | Hybrid | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Lockout Tagout Training | This training is the process of isolating and preventing the release of hazardous energy during machine, motor, and electrical equipment service, maintenance, and modification. Read More | 1-hour; as needed | In-Person | Click Here |
EHS-OS | Forklift Operator Training | Teaches employees how to inspect, operate, and maneuver forklifts, man lifts, and other industrial trucks. It is mandatory for all employees using such equipment. Read More | Varies; every 3 years | In-Person | Click Here |
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