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Master the Essentials of Cryogenic Safety

Liquid nitrogen is widely used in research and laboratory environments, but its extreme cold and unique properties can create significant hazards. This practical course provides the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to handle, transfer, and use liquid nitrogen safely and confidently.

Please note: This course is mandatory for all new staff and students who work with liquid nitrogen.

What You'll Learn

• The hazards associated with liquid nitrogen and cryogenic materials
• How to prevent cold burns, asphyxiation, and other cryogenic risks
• Safe storage, handling, and transport procedures
• The importance of ventilation and oxygen monitoring
• Appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Safe decanting techniques for different types of storage vessels

Learning Outcomes

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

• Recognise the hazards of liquid nitrogen
• Apply effective control measures to minimise risks
• Understand precautions to prevent cold-related injuries and oxygen depletion
• Select and use appropriate PPE
• Safely decant liquid nitrogen from pressurised and non-pressurised dewars
• Apply good practice when working with cryogenic materials

Who Should Attend?

• Postgraduate students working in laboratories
• Research staff
• Technicians
• Laboratory managers
• Anyone who handles, transfers, or uses liquid nitrogen

Why Attend?

Gain the practical skills and safety knowledge needed to work safely with liquid nitrogen, reduce the risk of injury, and support safe laboratory operations.

Develop confidence in cryogenic safety, gain hands-on experience, and help create a safer laboratory environment.

Dates:

19^th October 2026, 10:00 – 12:30

25^th January 2027, 10:00 – 12:30

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