Overview:
The course will include 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