Responsibilities
Individual supervisors must identify job-specific hazards and make sure their employees attend required and recommended safety training for the type of work they perform.
Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
Required for all employees receiving compensation from UCSD. You need to attend only once in your career.
Note: IIPP training is recommended for anyone working in a high-hazard environment, regardless of payroll status.
How to get the training:
- Register for IIPP at Enrollment Central.
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Hazardous Waste Training
Required for employees who generate any chemical waste from a shop or studio.
How to get the training:
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Annual Hazardous Materials Training
Required annually for employees who work with hazardous materials.
How to get the training:
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Air-Purifying Respirator
Required for employees who are enrolled in UCSD's Respiratory Protection Program and use an air-purifying respirator.
How to get the training:
- Contact EH&S Occupational Health & Hygiene
, (858) 534-1075, to schedule training.
Read about UCSD's Respiratory Protection Program.
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Asbestos Regulatory Awareness for Trades Employees
Required annually for employees who may encounter asbestos in their work environment.
How to get the training:
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Asbestos Regulatory Awareness for Project Managers
Required for project managers whose job may possibly bring them into contact with asbestos.
How to get the training:
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Confined Space Entry
Required for employees who, as part of their required job duties, enter confined spaces as defined by Cal/OSHA.
How to get the training:
- Contact EH&S General Safety, (858) 534-7513, for training information.
- Read about UCSD's Confined Space Program.
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Environmental Compliance / Pollution Prevention, Levels 1 and 2
Required for maintenance and service units with work activities that can impact storm water discharge, with a focus on developing and implementing Best Management Practices (BMPs) to address these pollutant sources.
How to get the training:
- Register for the regularly scheduled course at Enrollment Central:
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Hearing Conservation
Required for employees who, as part of their job, are exposed to noise levels at or above 85 decibels over an eight-hour workday.
How to get the training:
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Heat Illness Prevention
Required for employees who work outside in heat or hot conditions.
How to get the training:
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Lock Out/ Block Out Training
Required for anyone who directly repairs or maintains equipment or machinery where the release of energy (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, thermal, chemical, nuclear, etc.) could cause injury or death.
How to get the training:
- Contact EH&S General Safety, (858) 534-7513, for training information.
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Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Required for maintenance and service units with work activities that can impact storm water discharge.
How to get the training:
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Ergonomics for Trades Employees
Recommended for employees performing repetitive motions, standing for prolonged periods of time, frequently bending, leaning, and lifting, or operating hand tools.
How to get the training:
- Contact an EH&S ergonomics specialist to schedule group training.
- For more information and self-help options read:
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Back Injury Prevention
Recommended for employees who move or lift equipment or heavy loads.
How to get the training:
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Fire Extinguisher Training
Recommended for employees working with hazardous materials, equipment, or processes associated with a high risk of fire.
How to get the training:
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Mold Abatement
Recommended for employees who respond to work orders involving indoor water damage and possible mold issues.
How to get the training:
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UC Vehicles Driver Responsibility
Recommended for all drivers of UC-owned vehicles.
How to get the training:
Training is available by 2 methods:
- Attend regularly scheduled training presented by Fleet Services on the second Tuesday of each month. Contact Fleet Services, (858) 534-3485, to register.
OR
- Schedule custom training: Contact EH&S Risk Management, (858) 534-3820.
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Dealing with Emergencies at UCSD
Recommended for all employees who wish to learn about basic preparedness procedures and resources, or their department's role in UCSD's Emergency Operations Plan.
How to get the training:
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Questions about safety training at UCSD? Contact the EH&S safety training manager, (858) 822-5974. If Environment, Health & Safety doesn't offer the training you need, other resources will be recommended.
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