DLAB 1840 Introduction to Lab Safety

Workplace hazard identification, chemical hygiene, and biological safety protocols in laboratory settings.

About this course

DLAB 1840 Introduction to Lab Safety covers the essential practices that keep you and your colleagues safe in the laboratory. You will learn how to spot hazards, use personal protective equipment correctly, and handle chemicals and biological materials according to industry standards.

This is an elective course offered through the School of Health Sciences. It is open to students in the Diagnostic & Laboratory Sciences program as well as other health sciences students who need a foundational safety credential.

Who takes this course

• Diagnostic & Laboratory Sciences students

Credits: 0.5 · Hours: 15

Prerequisites

None

Learning outcomes

• Identify common laboratory hazards and apply control measures to reduce risk.
• Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and safety showers.
• Interpret Safety Data Sheets and apply chemical hygiene protocols.
• Follow biological safety procedures for handling infectious materials.

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