Education Information
Information on LMO research safety education
by National Research Safety Headquarters
The National Research Safety Headquarters provides various education programs about LMO safety for persons related to the enforcement of the LMO Act. Especially, organizations that operate Safety Management Level 2 research facilities are required to designate a biosafety management director (mandatory) and a biosafety manager (recommended) who should complete relevant education. We hope active participation of those who are related to the enforcement of the LMO Act and those who are interested in LMO and biosafety education.
- Application : Labsafety Education-System(http://edu.labs.go.kr) > application for classes > Online education > LMO safety training
- Contact : LMO Education and Academics Team of the National Research Safety Headquarters (NRSH) of the Korea Research Institute of
Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB)
| Education Program | Target Participant | Program Description | Where | When | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education for Biosafety Managers | Biosafety management directors and biosafety managers ※Including such prospective personnel | Certification course for biosafety management directors and biosafety managers (8 hrs) | NRSH of KRIBB | Apr 13 Apr 14 Jul 13 Jul 14 Oct 20 Dec 09 | Mandatory education under the LMO Act ※Additional dates depending on demand |
| Education for Research Personnel ※ (Old) Education on Biosafety | Research personnel (Users of research facilities) | Education on biosafety, which includes practical exercise (4 hrs) | NRSH of KRIBB | Apr 15 Jul 15 Dec 10 | Mandatory education under the LMO Act ※Two hours of mandatory education ※Additional dates depending on demand |
| Extension Education for Biosafety Managers | Biosafety management directors and biosafety managers | Theoretical education on biosafety and LMO safety management in general (4 hrs) | Designated location ※ To be notified | Jul 21 Nov 24 | Those who completed education in 2014 |
| Extension Education for Research Personnel ※ (Old) Education on Biosafety | Research personnel (Users of research facilities) | Theoretical education on biosafety and LMO safety management in general (4 hrs) | Designated location ※ To be notified | Jul 20 Nov 25 | Those who completed education in 2014 ※Two hours of mandatory education |
| Education for Research Directors | Research directors | Education on biosafety and LMO safety management in general (8 hrs) | ※ To be notified | Jul 22 Dec 17 | Recognition of 'new' Education for Biosafety Managers and the Extension Education |
| Education on LMO Basics | Biosafety managers ※Including such prospective personnel | Basic education on biosafety for persons not majoring in biology | Jeju Island, etc. ※ To be notified | May 28-29 Oct 29-30 | Recognition of 'new' Education for Biosafety Managers and the Extension Education |
| Visiting Education | Universities, organizations or groups (consisting of at least 30 persons) that wish to attend LMO safety management education | Education on biosafety and LMO safety management in general (approx. 2 hrs) | The requesting organization | Prior application only | |
| Specialized Education | Organizations or groups that wish to attend LMO safety education by visiting KRIBB | Education on biosafety and LMO safety management, as well as a separate program customized for characteristics of participants | NRSH of KRIBB | Prior application only |
※ Education schedules may be changed according to the situation of NRSH. Any changes will be notified in advance.
01. Education for Biosafety Managers
According to the revised Public Notification, organizations that operate Safety Management Level 2 research facilities are required to designate a biosafety management director (mandatory) and a biosafety manager (recommended). This program is a certification course for such personnel, which consists of 8-hour education on general biosafety, LMO Act and regulations, organization and roles of Biosafety Committee, safety management for research facilities, and practical exercise. Persons who have completed this program become eligible for designation as a biosafety management director or a biosafety manager.
- Education schedule : Apr 13, Apr 14, Jul 13, Jul 14, Oct 20, Dec 09 (Extension Education: Jun 06, Nov 24)
※ Additional dates depending on demand - Education location : 30, Yeongudanji-ro, Ochang-eup, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do (NRSH of KRIBB)
02. Education on LMO Basics
This program aims to enhance biosafety management capabilities of those who did not major in biology and are engaged in safety management of research facilities. This course is provided for two consecutive days, twice a year (May and October), which consists of education on basic biotechnology theories and test practices related to LMO.
- Education schedule : May 28-29, Oct 29-30
- Education location : To be notified
03. Education for Research Directors
This program aims to enhance biosafety management capabilities of those who majored in biology and are working as biosafety management directors, research facility directors, etc.This course provides essential information that research directors should acquire for the use of LMO and the management of research facilities. It will take place twice a year (June and December). We hope for your active participation and interest. ※ Recognition of Education for Biosafety Managers and the Extension Education
- Education schedule : Jun 17, Dec 17
04. Education for Research Personnel
This program aims to provide education for researchers who use LMO. This four-hour course includes education on introduction to biosafety, LMO Act and regulations, safety management of research facilities, safety management tour to bio-research facilities, use of personal protective gear, and responses to leak accidents. ※ Recognition of Education for Biosafety Managers and the Extension Education
- Education schedule : Apr 15, Jul 15, Dec 10 (Extension Education: Jun 15, Nov 25)
05. Visiting Education
This program aims to provide education for organizations that wish to learn about LMO and biosafety by sending instructors to the site of the requesting organization. This is a two-hour course on biosafety, LMO Act and regulations, safety management of research facilities, etc. The content can be adjusted depending on the characteristics of the requesting organization. This program is available throughout the year. Application should be made in advance through Information System on LMO for Test and Research, which will be followed by discussion on education.
- Education schedule : Application acceptable year-around through Information System on LMO for Test and Research
- The education site of the requesting organization
06. Specialized Education
This program aims to allow organizations (companies, schools, etc.) that wish to participate in the program to visit KRIBB (in Ochang) to receive education on LMO safety management and tour the research facilities. The educational content can be composed differently depending on the characteristics of the visiting organization. Application should be made in advance through Information System on LMO for Test and Research, which will be followed by discussion on education.
- Education schedule : May 28-29, Oct 29-30
- Education location : To be notified
07. Consulting on Safety Management of LMO Research Facilities
The KRSH holds standard models for research facilities related to safety management of LMO and makes a public notification on standard research facilities for organizations that are subject to the 2015 Safety Inspection on LMO Research Facilities, which is conducted by the Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning. As such, organizations that wish to receive consulting on matters related to the LMO Act and safety management of research facilities can submit an application in advance through Information System on LMO for Test and Research, which will be followed by discussion on the consulting service.
- Education schedule : Application required in advance
- Education location : 30, Yeongudanji-ro, Ochang-eup, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do
(Standard Laboratory in NRSH of KRIBB)