PLEASE NOTE* - WHMIS training is a prerequisite for the laboratory safety course. This course does not replace the WHMIS training. Minimum 10 participants required to offer the training.
Within laboratory environments across the University community, extensive research is conducted and valuable diagnostic and analytical services are provided. All individuals who work in a laboratory setting need to be familiar with the types of hazards associated with this environment and must receive appropriate training so they can work safely and within the confines of all associated legislation. This half-day seminar focuses on chemical safety in the laboratory while also discussing general lab safety and hazardous waste management issues. The following topics will be discussed:
- applicable legislation and industrial standards
- hazard management including a discussion of engineering controls
(including fume hoods), administrative controls and personal protective
equipment
- physical hazards and hazards associated with common lab equipment
- hazards of general chemical classes e.g. flammables, corrosives,
reactives, compressed gases, etc.
- chemical storage
- hazardous waste management
- emergency preparedness including fire safety and chemical spills
- laboratory decommissioning
Eligibility: |
All faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students who work in research and teaching laboratories |
Topic: |
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Instructor(s): |
Alicja Zachertowska
Laboratory Safety Officer EHS |
Format: |
Training
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Location: |
168 Alexander Hall |
Date: |
Tuesday October 6, 2020 |
Time: |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM ( 4 hours ) |
Contact: |
Ext 54270 |
Maximum Attendance: |
30 |
Advanced Registration: |
This event requires 24 hours of advanced registration. Please register before October 05, 2020, 9:00 AM |