Training is the means by which FIU ensures that employees have the knowledge and skills they need to do their jobs safely. The alternative to training is learning by trial and error, an approach that relies on mistakes (which often involve accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents). Reliance on this approach creates a greater chance of injuries, fatalities, and property damage.

Department heads may rely on refresher training to reinforce or improve the employee's knowledge of the basic safety standards and acceptable performance; to provide new information; to teach material in a new manner; or simply to maintain an acceptable level of awareness of workplace conditions, and operating hazards. Referesher training is highly recommended for all employees. Even supervisors should take advantage of refresher training to serve as the model for their employees and as better mentors.

This training site has been assembled to provide convenient and cost effective means by which FIU employees and researchers are able to meet the requirements to acquire basic knowledge about on the job safety. Refresher courses are recommended where appropriate. Please see the OSHA Guide to Employeer Safety for mandatory training requirements for specific exposures.