Cryogenic Sample Shipping
Category: Sample Shipping
Sub-category: Cryogenic work
This merit badge covers sample shipping to the centers. Cryogenic samples require special handling.
Background
CryoEM Grids must be shipped in a Dry Shipper (Extended Time Cryogenic Refrigerator).
Safety
This merit badge is focused particularly on safely shipping frozen grids to the centers.
SOPs
SOPs for sample shipping.
- SOP – Sample Shipping
Relevant Safety Data Sheets:
A pass/fail test
The knowledge assessment test primarily covering a safety quiz will be given and may be updated regularly. If a user has earned the merit badge and policies have been updated, then an updated information sheet would have to be reviewed ahead of doing cryogenic work at the center.
Center staff training
The workflow demonstration should be scheduled with center staff through the NCCAT User Office or your appointed user coordinator.
Supervised and unsupervised practice by the user
Center staff will assist in arranging dedicated time slots for access to the necessary equipment. Registered users will be issued scheduler accounts through the NCCAT User Office.
Two (2) separate center staff observing your proficiency at separate times
Center staff will assist in arranging dedicated time slots for access to the necessary equipment. Appointments may be made through the NCCAT User Office.
Additional information:
Recertification period
- Merit badges for cryogenic work are valid for .
- Recertification (to maintain active status) requires re-review of SOPs and practical demonstration with one center staff member.
Furthering your knowledge
General background on safety
