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Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware

Our virtual course on Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware delves into the various types of glassware, potential hazards they can pose and emphasizes the significance of proper usage and maintenance of laboratory glassware.

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of different types of glassware, the risks associated with their usage and the criticality of their proper handling and maintenance. Glassware-related incidents are the most common causes of accidents in the laboratory. The fragile nature of glassware makes it susceptible to damage from a simple knock, drop, or undue pressure. Some of these accidents might only need a simple band-aid, others could necessitate medical intervention. Moreover, the risk of contamination from the contents of a broken container presents a serious issue.

COURSE TOPICS

This online Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware course covers the following topics:

Inspecting glassware before use
Effects of extreme temperatures and pressures
Matching glassware to the experiment
Working with glass tubing
Using personal protective equipment
Storage and handling
Washing and cleanup
And more

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Approximately 30 minutes

PASS MARK

Throughout this Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware course, testing is conducted to reinforce the information provided. A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the course. Learners are allowed three attempts to achieve the pass mark. A comprehensive student guide, which can be printed, is available. This guide proves to be a useful resource for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

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

COURSE PREVIEW