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Understand the Requirements. Work Safely. Ensure Compliance.

Genetic modification research offers significant opportunities for innovation, but it also carries important legal and safety responsibilities. This course provides an introduction to the regulatory requirements, risk assessment processes, and University procedures needed to carry out GM work safely and compliantly.

What You'll Learn

• The legislation governing genetic modification activities
• Key GM terminology and what constitutes a GMO
• Risk assessment, notification, and approval requirements
• Responsibilities of researchers and project supervisors
• University procedures for authorising GM work
• Good practice for managing, storing, and disposing of GMOs

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand key terminology used in GM research
• Recognise the legal requirements for GM activities
• Follow the University's procedures for conducting GM work
• Understand the responsibilities of GM workers and supervisors
• Appreciate the importance of risk assessment and regulatory compliance
• Apply good practice principles when working with GMOs

Who Should Attend?

• Researchers intending to undertake GM work
• Postgraduate students involved in GM projects
• Research staff working with genetically modified organisms
• Prospective GM workers seeking approval to begin GM activities
• Supervisors responsible for GM research projects

All new and prospective GM workers must complete this training before starting genetic modification work and must also attend before attending this workshop .

Why Attend?

Gain the knowledge and confidence needed to meet legal requirements, navigate University approval processes, and carry out genetic modification research safely and responsibly.

Build a strong foundation in GM safety, compliance, and good research practice.

Dates:

15^th October 2026, 11:00 – 12:00

For staff to book on this course, please use this link to go directly to UoRLearn and enrol on a course.