Training

EHS conducts training to ensure MSU personnel follow safe work practices and to ensure compliance with local, state and federal requirements in lab and occupational safety and environmental health.

Log in to Ability LMS

A new version of Ability launched July 21, 2026. Help weekdays: ORRS.train@msu.edu

• What training am I required to complete?

  See course & track guide or Lab Safety Training Checklist (PDF), or contact Environmental Health & Safety at 517-355-0153 or ehs@msu.edu.

  Supervisors are ultimately responsible for ensuring employees have received appropriate training.

• What about site-specific training?

  Starting in 2023, site-specific training will be tracked in Ability LMS. Instructions and more information

• Can EHS courses be included in academic coursework?

  See the Sharepoint page Safety Training for Use in MSU Academic Courses - D2L.

Ability LMS Helpdesk

Contact the Ability Helpdesk at ORRS.train@msu.edu. If you prefer speaking with a person, contact us via email to schedule a Zoom or Teams session.

The Ability Helpdesk is available Monday through Friday during standard business hours, excluding University holidays and closures.