Safety training resources

The following health and safety training online courses are mandatory for everyone in the Department of Systems Design Engineering (SYDE) including faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and other research personnel:

Additionally, anyone working in a supervisory role must complete:

SO1100 Supervisor Safety Orientation

SYDE Health and Safety Training Guide

In addition to the three required training courses listed above, there are mandatory and recommended training courses for different roles. Consult the sections below or refer to the SYDE Health and Safety Training Matrix to determine the training required for your work. If you have any questions, please contact syde-safety@uwaterloo.ca

General Training

Mandatory training for supervisors of staff and/or undergraduate and graduate students completing high-risk or low-risk work:

SO1100 Supervisor Safety Orientation (online)

Mandatory training for supervisors of staff and/or undergraduate and graduate students completing high-risk work:

Mandatory training for supervisors and managers who complete risk assessments:

SO2501 Risk Assessment Application

Recommended training for any SYDE community members:

SO1056 Office Ergonomics (online)

Training by Assignment

Any employee may be assigned by the department to complete additional training to meet University of Waterloo standards for emergency preparedness.