Overview:

The course includes components of OSHA’s Laboratory Safety Guidance components to include BBP, fire, and Biohazard; facilities and environment; Chemical Hygiene Plan; Hazard Communication Plan; dry ice/cryogens; safety plan templates and common citations involving laboratory safety.

Intended Audience:

Learners who handle potentially hazardous materials interested in a view into laboratory safety.

Course Completion:

Select "Buy Now" to access the course materials. The course consists of four narrated self-paced modules. There is a post-knowledge quiz after all modules are completed for which a score of 80% or higher is required. Learners may retake examinations until achieving a successful score. For the best learning experience, learners must take the modules in order.

Level of Instruction: Beginner

Credits Awarded:

COLA is a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E. ® Program. The course is pending approval for 2.0 continuing education credits.

Disclosures:

Regarding this educational activity, all conflicts of interest have been resolved and disclosed below:

Authors: The following author have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• Kathy Wilson, HT (ASCP)QLS

• Jennifer MacCormack, MLS(ASCP)

The educational activity does not discuss unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs/devices.

Learning Objectives

 Review OSHA Laboratory Safety Guidance

 Define the essential components of a laboratory safety program

 Discuss the top OSHA violations and common safety incidents found in the laboratory

 Define required safety training

 Discuss the importance of employee safety awareness

Revision Date: April 10, 2024