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New to UConn? Be sure to take an Employee Safety Training Assessment (ESTA).
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Free in-office ergonomic assessments offered monthly.
At UConn, everyone’s safety is everyone’s job.
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EHS Training Offerings
Please note that clicking any of the course links below will redirect you away from the EHS website to the EHS Training Database where you can view training descriptions and register for scheduled training lessons. Registration is required.
Reminder: Laboratory Safety and Chemical Waste Management, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Asbestos courses require annual retraining. After completion of these courses, you will receive annual automated reminders to help you stay in compliance.
Course Descriptions
- All Courses
- Biological Health & Safety
- Chemical Health & Safety
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Radiation Safety
View Training History
Individual / Supervisor
HuskyCT training can only be viewed after the end of the semester in which it was completed.
Train the Trainer Resources
Lab-Based Training Checklists
- Lab-Based Training Form - Radiation Safety
- Lab-Based Training Form - Laser Safety
- Lab-Based Training Form - Analytical X-ray Equipment Safety
Common Questions
Q: I am new at UConn. How do I know which safety training I need? OR, I was told to call EHS to find out what safety training I should sign up for?
A: Please speak with your PI/Supervisor and refer to the following tools: the Workplace Hazard Assessment for your area and the Employee Safety Training Assessment. EHS staff can also be consulted for assistance.
Click here for more common questions about training and their answers.
Upcoming Events
Initial Laboratory Safety & Chemical Waste Management
Monday, February 25th, 2019
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Storrs Campus - McHugh Hall Room 202 (MCHU)
Contact Information: 860-486-3613
MoreElectrical Safety Training for Qualified Persons
Tuesday, February 26th, 2019
08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Storrs CampusEHS Building Room 118
Contact Information: 860-486-3613
MoreAsbestos Awareness
Thursday, March 7th, 2019
09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Storrs CampusEHS Building Room 118
Topics in the training include, but are not limited to, history of asbestos use, health effects, controls, locations and recognition of asbestos-containing materials, and UCONN policies concerning asbestos. For more information about this course, contact Valerie Brangan (860-486-2982)
Contact Information: 860-4186-3613
MoreAsbestos Awareness
Thursday, April 4th, 2019
09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Storrs CampusEHS Building Room 118
Topics in the training include, but are not limited to, history of asbestos use, health effects, controls, locations and recognition of asbestos-containing materials, and UCONN policies concerning asbestos. For more information about this course, contact Valerie Brangan (860-486-2982)
Contact Information: 860-486-3613
MoreAsbestos Awareness
Thursday, May 2nd, 2019
09:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Storrs CampusEHS Building Room 118
Topics in the training include, but are not limited to, history of asbestos use, health effects, controls, locations and recognition of asbestos-containing materials, and UCONN policies concerning asbestos. For more information about this course, contact Valerie Brangan (860-486-2982)
Contact Information: 860-486-3613
MoreRegister Now
You must register for all EHS training lessons to ensure adequate space and availability. Courses with no participants registered may be cancelled. Walk-in attendance for cancelled classes will not be possible. Walk-in participants for courses that have filled may not be able to complete/participate in some training courses.
- EHS HuskyCT online training requires pre-registration. After using link above to register, please allow up to two business days for HuskyCT access.
- To register for EHS courses, you will need your official UConn NetID.
- SAMPLE NetID: abc00000 (must be 3 letters followed by 5 numbers)
- To find your NetID go to: https://netid.uconn.edu.
- If you are a visitor without a NetID, please contact EHS for training registration support.
For assistance please call 6-3613.
If you require an accommodation to participate in these events, please contact Shawna Lesseur at least one week in advance of the training you plan to attend.