Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Laboratory Managers and Supervisors
• Safety Officers and Environmental Health Personnel
• Laboratory Technicians and Scientists
• Quality Assurance and Compliance Officers
• Researchers, Students, and Academic Staff
• Anyone responsible for laboratory operations or workplace safety

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand laboratory safety principles and regulatory requirements
• Identify and assess physical, chemical, and biological hazards in laboratories
• Implement control measures and standard safety protocols
• Manage chemical storage, labeling, and waste disposal properly
• Prepare for and respond effectively to laboratory emergencies
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance in laboratory environments

DAY 1

Introduction to Laboratory Safety and Risk Management

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Importance of Laboratory Safety and Health Programs
• Overview of Laboratory Hazards and Risk Factors
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements (OSHA, ISO, WHO, EPA)
• Roles and Responsibilities in Laboratory Safety Management
• Introduction to Laboratory Risk Assessment

DAY 2

Chemical Safety and Hazard Control

• Identification and Classification of Hazardous Chemicals
• Understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Labeling (GHS System)
• Safe Handling, Storage, and Segregation of Chemicals
• Chemical Compatibility and Incompatibility Hazards
• Spill Prevention and Chemical Containment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Chemical Hazards
• Safe Disposal of Chemical Waste

DAY 3

Physical, Electrical, and Equipment Safety

• Fire Hazards and Fire Prevention Strategies
• Safe Use of Laboratory Equipment and Glassware
• Electrical Safety and Grounding Procedures
• Compressed Gas Cylinder Handling and Storage
• Ventilation Systems and Fume Hood Operations
• Ergonomics and Physical Injury Prevention
• Laboratory Housekeeping and Good Work Practices

DAY 4

Biological and Environmental Safety

• Classification of Biological Hazards (Biosafety Levels 1–4)
• Safe Handling of Biological Materials and Specimens
• Decontamination, Disinfection, and Sterilization Procedures
• Biosecurity and Infection Control Measures
• Waste Management for Biological and Hazardous Materials
• Environmental Health Considerations in Laboratories
• Monitoring and Managing Air Quality and Ventilation

DAY 5

Emergency Preparedness

• Emergency Response Planning and Procedures
• Spill and Fire Response: Steps and Best Practices
• First Aid and Incident Reporting
• Evacuation Plans and Communication Protocols
• Developing and Implementing a Laboratory Safety Program
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony