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19 January 2026 - 23 January 2026

Introduction

This is a two day course on working in and with a Microbiological Containment Level 2 facility. It will comprise a number of modules presented by a combination of interactive theory, practical and workshop training.

You will achieve a greater understanding of the work carried out within a Containment Level 2 facility, the equipment used and the concepts and philosophy of working with biological agents at that level of containment. It will also cover the design, management and legislative requirements associated with operating a Containment Level 2 laboratory facility. It will provide the skills and confidence to deal with accidents and incidents and to enforce their duty and the duty of others in maintaining and working in a
safe environment.

The course will cover:

• H & S Legislation in relation to biological agents
• GM (CU) Regulations
• Hazard criteria & categorisation
• Microbiological risk assessment
• Personal protective equipment
• Biocontainment facilities & equipment
• Health & safety management
• Disinfection & sterilisation
• Waste management
• Accident/emergency procedures
• Cabinetry
• Laboratory working practices

 

Who should attend?

Anyone working at or intending to start work at Containment Level 2 also Safety Advisors, Biological Safety Officers who support Containment Level 2 facilities.

Who will present the course?

The course will be presented as a collaboration between HSE and Sharon Webster of Webster's Biosafety.Sharon has over 20 years in the microbiological industry having worked as a scientist and Biological Safety Officer at HPA Porton Down as Head of Health and Safety at Institute for Animal Health and for HSE as a specialist microbiology inspector. She is currently Corporate Biosafety Manager for the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and is a Biosafety Consultant and trainer. She is also a Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (CMIOSH) and a registered Biosafety Professional with the Institute of Safety in Technology and Research (ISTR BSP) and is on the Occupational Safety and Health Consultants Register. (OSHCR).

HSE staff presenting the course will include Brian Crook, Microbiology Team Leader with 25 years' experience as a research microbiologist in occupational health and safety including working with Hazard Group 3 pathogens.  Other HSE staff will include specialists in human factors and the design and use of personal protective equipment and ventilation systems.  Practical sessions in the Containment Level 3 laboratory facilities at the HSE Science and Research Centre will provide hands-on opportunity to understand the design and operation of such facilities.

Venue

The course will be run at the HSE Science and Research Centre in the spa town of Buxton. Buxton is in the heart of the Peak District and has good links to mainline train stations and Manchester International Airport. This course can be run at your site or local area by arrangement.

Details of hotels in the Buxton area can be found at www.visitpeakdistrict.com

Cost

The cost of this course is £875 per person (includes course notes and lunch/refreshments).

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Email: HSEtraining@hse.gov.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)203 028 3704

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