Welcome to UCR!

To access the UCR facility, please follow these steps:

Point of Contact • ExFAB Lab Manager: Carolyn Franklin (cfrankli@ucr.edu)
UCR Login • You will receive an email from Trudi Loder (trudi.loder@ucr.edu) with next steps to complete required paperwork and set up your access to the UCR system.
Safety Training • Once in our system, complete the following 3 courses online:
1. Lab Safety Fundamentals
2. Fire Extinguisher Safety
3. Hazardous Waster & Materials Management
Chemical Hygiene Plan • Read the ExFAB Biofoundry-specific SOPs and Chemical Hygiene Plan available in the lab. You will be required to sign off on these documents during your lab orientation.
Lab Orientation • Email Carolyn Franklin to schedule an in-lab safety orientation.
Lab Hazard Assessment • You will be added to an LHAT assessment using your UCR email.
• Once you receive the LHAT email, login to the system and review all parts including PPE training.
• No PPE appointments will need to be scheduled as all PPE will be provided for you.
Keycard Access Visiting researchers: Email Carolyn Franklin so she can provide you with an access key card to enter the building and required labs. Return the key card to her on your last day.