We provide a number of biosafety-related training courses in classroom settings and online. The table below shows each course, who it applies to, how frequently it should be taken and how it is offered.

If you’re unsure of which courses are applicable to your research, refer to the EHS Training ToolIf you have any questions, please contact us.

Note: EHS trainings are now in a new Learning Management System. To take an online training:

  1. Go to Genius LMS 
  2. Click "GT Login" and use your GT Login (if not already logged in)
  3. Click "View Course Catalog"
  4. Search for the name of the class you want to take
  5. Click the green "Register" button on the card of the class you want to take
  6. Click "Proceed to Checkout" at the top right of the page
  7. Click on the name of the course (in the "Active Courses" box)
  8. In the new window, if you see multiple courses, click on the one you wish to take
  9. Click "Modules" in the left navigation menu, then on the first module
  10. Once you've completed the presentation, click on "Modules" then on the "Final Test"
  11. If you complete the test with a grade at or above the required score, your training is complete. Otherwise, try again.
  12. If you have trouble accessing the course, email ors@ors.gatech.edu.
Course NameRequired for anyone who works with:Retaken every:Offered:
General BiosafetyBiological materials including: bacteria, human-source material, viruses, mammalian cell lines, prions, biological toxins, etc.3 YearsTake this training
Recombinant DNARecombinant and/or synthetic nucleic acid molecules3 YearsTake this training
Bloodborne Pathogens (for Researchers)Individuals working in a laboratory setting with human blood, tissues, cell lines, or other potentially infectious materials from a human source1 YearTake this training
Shipment of Dangerous GoodsShipping hazardous materials (chemicals, biologicals, & dry ice) through EHS to locations outside of Georgia Tech2 YearsTake this training
Bloodborne Pathogens for Non-ResearchersStaff who could potentially be occupationally exposed to blood through their regular duties. (Building services, etc.)1 YearRegister online through the Board of Regents Website

To request a private training contact Kristy Jennings, Biosafety Officer

Contact Kristy