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October 9, 2009

Workshop Title:

Laboratory Standard Training: Compliance without Compromising the Laboratory Experience

Synopsis:  This workshop is designed to meet the requirements of the Bureau of Labor’s Laboratory Standard.  Topics covered include: teacher liability, risk recognition and control, exposure standards, personal protective equipment, spill control and waste management.  The workshop includes demonstrations and hands-on activities.  Ample time will be provided for questions. All employees that work in laboratories are required by law to have this training.

8:30-10:00 am

• The Laboratory  Standard
• Audit Reviews
• Teacher Liability
• Hazard Recognition and Control
• Demonstrations: LEL, Smokin’ pumpkin, SuperSoaker fire starter, gummy sacrifice, Elephants’ toothpaste El Grande, Woosh skateboard

Break

10:15-11:30 am

• The Chemical Hygiene Officer

• MSDS
• PPE
• Labeling

Lunch

12:30-2:00 pm

• Spill Control
• Waste Management
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure
• Procedures for High Hazard Chemicals
• Inspection and Maintenance of Safety Equipment
• Summary

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