The Principal Investigator is primarily responsible for ensuring that personnel are trained in the required procedures when handling unfixed human specimens. Unfixed specimens can pose a variety of safety and contamination risks, including biohazardous materials that may carry infectious agents. Proper training is essential for understanding the hazards and how to manage them, including using personal protective equipment, safe handling techniques, and understanding the disposal procedures for hazardous materials.
Training helps personnel to not only protect themselves but also to maintain the integrity of the specimens, thereby ensuring accurate and reliable results during analyses. It's critical that individuals handling these specimens are well-versed in protocols to mitigate any risks associated with these biological materials, ensuring a safe laboratory environment.
Inappropriate handling or lack of training could lead to significant errors in research or clinical outcomes, hence the emphasis on specialized training in this context.