Central area

Health and safety (H&S) statement

H&S in the central area offers support, advice and assistance to ensure the health and safety and wellbeing of all staff, students and visitors while at work. 

We work closely with principal Investigators, senior managers, line managers and all other staff and students to promote a positive health and safety culture. 

For more information on H&S policies, guidance, visit the H&S Department web page.

See for local policies, see the document below. 

H&S organisation in the central area 

The CMVM central area encompasses different schools and disciplines and H&S is organised locally to guarantee tailor-made policies, SOP and objectives to best suit local practices and interests. Visit your local H&S pages to find out more about H&S nearest to you. 

Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences H&S (central area only)

Edinburgh Dental Institute H&S  

Edinburgh Medical School

H&S training

Training requirements for Biomedical Sciences staff and students (central area)- including Central for Discovery Brain Sciences - and where to find it.

Link to Training matrix and course information

Central area training

H&S committee central area 

Information about the Central Health & Safety Committee, including remit, members, and minutes from meetings.