Environmental Health and Safety Workshop Descriptions (Summary)
CPR/AED: Adult Only

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This is the Adult Only course: It is common to meet workplace compliance. Course fee: $35 payable via departmental transfer, cash, or check (payable to University of Tennessee). Payment can be made on the course date. Change will not be available for cash payments; please have the exact amount required. Audience: The ASHI CPR and AED training program is intended for individuals who are not healthcare providers or professional rescuers but desire or are required to be certified in CPR and the use of an AED. There are no class prerequisites. Courses are currently only available to campus employees, students, or other sponsored campus affiliates. Workplace compliance needs will be prioritized. Course Goal: To help participants develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to respond in a medical emergency. Additional Information: EHS can provide additional courses by request only. They include • Adult, Child, and Infant CPR • Adult First Aid Minimum class sizes required. Each type requires demonstration of skills and may have different duration and fees. Contact EHS for questions at safety@utk.edu or 865-974-5084. Most courses will be scheduled monthly, first-come first-served basis.

Radiation Safety: Open Source

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The open-source general radiation safety training is generally scheduled once a month. This training is for everyone working in a lab setting with open/loose sources of radioactive materials (powders and liquids). If you need training and cannot make one of the scheduled times listed, contact our office. The training usually takes 3 hours to complete. It covers radiation hazard information, exposure monitoring, safe use practices, instrumentation, and basic procedures for radiation workers on campus.