This video demonstrates the proper technique for doffing gloves to prevent self-contamination. Using Glo Germ Gel, which fluoresces under ultraviolet light, the video first shows a common improper removal method and the contamination it causes, then demonstrates the correct step-by-step technique for safely removing contaminated gloves and disposing of them in biohazardous waste.
Resource Type: Video
Duration: 2 minutes
Update: May 2026
Working in a laboratory can expose individuals to a range of sharps hazards. This video provides an overview of a range of potential sharps risks, and demonstrates these risks through specific actions and behaviours that should be avoided. An emphasis is placed instead on using preventative measures and proper equipment to ensure that risks are reduced for workers in a laboratory when sharps are present.
Resource Type: Video
Duration: 5 minutes
Update: July 2024
General biosafety recommendations and considerations for activities with biological material in the post-secondary teaching laboratory.
Audience: Post-secondary school teachers, professors and support personnel
Resource Type: E-Learning
Duration: 145 minutes
Course updated: July 2024
This poster describes CL2 exit procedures in the laboratory.
Resource Type: Printable
This poster describes Biosafety practices in the laboratory.
Resource Type: Printable
This poster introduces classroom laboratories to the basic concepts of biosecurity.
Resource Type: Printable
This poster provides classroom laboratories with information on how exposures to biohazards can occur and how to protect oneself and others when using biohazards.
Resource Type: Printable
This poster introduces classroom laboratories to biosafety and working with biohazards.
Resource Type: Printable
Resource Type: Bulletins
Resource Type: Bulletins