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Planning for Laboratory Emergencies

This online Planning for Laboratory Emergencies course examines the strategies to limit damage and prevent injuries in the event of an emergency.

COURSE OVERVIEW

This Planning for Laboratory Emergencies online course delves into strategies that can be employed to limit damage and prevent injuries in the event of an emergency. Suppose a hazardous acid hose bursts…an experiment results in unexpected outcomes… what steps should staff take to mitigate these and other potential crises? It is essential that employees understand when and how to respond in case of an emergency situation.

COURSE TOPICS

This online Planning for Laboratory Emergencies course includes the following topics:

The Emergency Plan
Various emergencies that can happen in laboratories
Alert and warning systems
Communicating with external agencies
Evacuation procedures
Fires, explosions and chemical spills
And more

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated 30 minutes

PASS MARK

Testing conducted throughout this Planning for Laboratory Emergencies online course is designed to reinforce the information presented. To pass this course, a score of 80% must be achieved. Students have up to three attempts to reach the pass mark. Accessible resources are available in the form of a comprehensive student manual, which is a helpful tool for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for immediate download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW