Guidelines for Alternative RCR Programs
Select departments offer alternative advanced RCR programs for doctoral and postdoctoral researchers to complete. Read on for guidance for faculty and administrators on the process for proposing such a program. If you are a trainee looking for information about your department’s alternative RCR program, please reach out to your department administrator. Submitting Proposals for Alternative RCR Departments, […]
Responsible Conduct of Research
BU’s Responsible Conduct of Research program educates students, postdocs, faculty, and senior personnel on the […]
Safety Landing Page Template
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Core Facilities
Completing the IBC Training Requirements
Training is a critical component of any integrated biological safety program. Training is intended to provide the understanding, technical knowledge, and tools that the trainee can use to improve his or her daily laboratory safety practices. The PI is responsible for ensuring that his or her employees receive proper training in the biohazards and controls […]
Obtaining USDA and CDC Permits for Importing and Transferring Animal Pathogens and Related Biological Materials
Version 6/19/2024 Certain animal pathogens and related biological materials used for research purposes may require a USDA or CDC permit for import to the United States (US) or transfer to Boston University (BU). These materials may be subject to specific packaging and shipping requirements, or may require certification along with a description of the contents […]
Radiation Safety Committee
The Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) oversees the possession, use, and disposal of all radioactive material used for research, clinical, instructional, and service purposes within Boston University (BU), Boston Medical Center (BMC), and its affiliates. About the Committee The RSC has overall responsibility for the development and recommendation of comprehensive polices and guidelines for the safe […]
Pyrophoric SOP Template
All laboratories at BU that work with pyrophoric must complete the standard operating procedure template below and submit to the Chemical Safety Officer via oehs@bu.edu (please send to the attention of the Chemical Safety Officer in the body of the email). Labs are also encouraged to contact EHS (oehs@bu.edu) for further assistance adopting and working […]
Highly Hazardous Chemicals Program Guidance Document
Approved: January 2022 To Print or Save: Download the guidance below as a PDF 1. Purpose Boston University (BU) is committed to the safe and compliant use of highly hazardous chemicals (HHCs) in the laboratory. This document sets forth procedures and guidelines in place to protect laboratory workers, those supporting laboratories at BU, and students […]
Pyrophoric SOP Teaching Lab Template
All laboratories at BU that teach with pyrophoric must complete the standard operating procedure template below and submit to the Chemical Safety Officer via oehs@bu.edu (please send to the attention of the Chemical Safety Officer in the body of the email). Labs are also encouraged to contact EHS (oehs@bu.edu) for further assistance adopting and working […]