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==Lab Training and Starting Out== | ==Lab Training and Starting Out== | ||
* Get a lab notebook and use it! Your lab notebook should be a record of your daily activities in the laboratory. Discuss with Christina expectations around keeping and maintaining lab notebooks. | * Get a lab notebook and use it! Your lab notebook should be a record of your daily activities in the laboratory. Discuss with Christina expectations around keeping and maintaining lab notebooks. | ||
* Before using an instrument make sure you are appropriately trained on it. This goes for any instrument. If you do not know how to use something don't be afraid to ask. | * Before using an instrument make sure you are appropriately trained on it. This goes for any instrument (even something as simple as a pH meter, to make sure you are using it correctly and appropriately). If you do not know how to use something don't be afraid to ask. | ||
* Make sure you are getting the appropriate training on experimental techniques. Generally, new researchers will be paired with another researcher in the lab who will train them on appropriate techniques (depending on the background and project). | * Make sure you are getting the appropriate training on experimental techniques. Generally, new researchers will be paired with another researcher in the lab who will train them on appropriate techniques (depending on the background and project). | ||
==Building and Lab Access== | ==Building and Lab Access== |
Revision as of 17:36, 14 May 2010
Linking In
Stanford Training RequirementsAfter you get your web access to Stanford, log-in to axess. Choose the STARS (Training) tab Everyone Must Complete
Log into the red BIOSAFETY binder on Elizabeth's desk, under the Training Info tab, name and date of Biosafety Training on appropriate page. Ask Christina if you need to complete,
Log into the red BIOSAFETY binder on Elizabeth's desk, under the Training Info tab, name and date of Training on appropriate page. This course must be renewed annually. Our lab meeting point in case of an emergency is in the plaza behind Coupa Cafe. Lab Training and Starting Out
Building and Lab AccessAfter you get an ID card,
There is a keycard access point on the courtyard side of the red atrium. You will need your card after 6PM weekdays and all weekend. Additionally, keycard access is required in the elevator and the stairway door in the red atrium for after-hours security. Please, never leave the building or stairwell doors propped open on weekends.
This door can be a problem for the newcomer! If you are having trouble opening the door, you are probably pushing down on the handle too quickly after entering the code. Listen carefully for the lock noise or try counting ONE, TWO, then Turn handle down. Wait for it to reset if you have to retry.
Ordering and Receiving Supplies
Glassware, Culture Tubes, Washroom Info and Autoclave DirectionsGlassware is located in B07B. Culture Tubes are located above the ice machine in the washroom, B07A, two sizes are available. |