Research Services

Research Ethics and Integrity

Recombinant DNA Research

Working with Recombinant DNA Training Module

The 'Working with Recombinant DNA' training module is designed for all personnel working with GMOs and/or requiring access to OGTR certified facilities at La Trobe. All personnel listed on NLRDs or licensed dealings must successfully completed the 'Working with Recombinant DNA' module. Personnel not conducting research involving gene technology but working within or requiring acces to OGTR certified physical containment facilities, must also complete the 'Working with Recombinant DNA' module.

The La Trobe 'Working with Recombinant DNA' training module is now available via the Research Compliance Unit (RCU) – Training Online site. To activate a new account:

1. Log in to the following website: http://tlweb.latrobe.edu.au/rcu/integrity/
2. Select ‘Course registration’
3. Complete the requested details. The email address can be your La Trobe email address or a personal email address. The password does not have to correspond with your La Trobe password.
4. Select ‘Register’
5. An activation email will be sent to your selected email address. Please follow the instructions in the email to activate your account. This email contains your username and password.

Once your account is activated you will be able to logon to the RCU - Training Online site and complete the 'Working with Recombinant DNA' module. A copy of your completion certificate should be provided to the manager of each certified facility you require access to, the supervisor of the NLRD or licensed dealing you are associated with, and placed in the facility certification folder.

In addition, La Trobe Health and Safety provides a variety of training modules and information sessions throughout the year. Together the modules aim to ensure researchers and students are informed, prepared and trained before commencing work with GMOs, hazardous materials or within certified facilities.

La Trobe Health and Safety are developing the following training modules:

• Manual Handling
• Laboratory Safety
• Chemical Safety
• Radiation Safety
• Noise and hearing conservation

People requiring training in these areas should contact the La Trobe Health and Safety directly.