Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Safety Information
During 2009-2010 the WEC Safety Committee will develop a series of specialized safety policies to help promote a safe teaching and research culture. These informational policies will be related to field research and teaching and will range from basic topics such as heat stroke and minor field injuries to aircraft and airboat safety. Stay tuned as these policies are developed.
New student orientation safety presentation (P. Ross)
Useful safety information:
CPR and First Aid Training Courses
The UF College of Medicine CPR and Safety Training Center offers a variety of courses (both free and fee based) including basic first aid, CPR, first responder, wilderness first aid, and wilderness first responder courses. Some students, faculty, and staff may be required to maintain CPR and first aid certification as part of their job duties (e.g., to maintain scientific diver certification or participate in some field programs) and in these cases funds may be available from the sponsoring faculty member for course fees.
Field Safety Guidelines
The University of California, Berkley offers an excellent detailed field safety document that contains important information for researchers planning field research at local or international field sites.
UF Dive Safety Program – UF Contact Cheryl Thacker
UF 15-Passenger Van safety training – UF Contact Vanessa Fayo
This certification is required before you can operate a UF owned 15-passenger van.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission Boater Safety Course
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission Hunter Safety Course
WEC Alligator and crocodile safety guidelines
