CLB-521 LAB SAFETY: PRINCIPLES/PRACTICE
This course introduces the students to the principles and practices of laboratory safety in a rapidly changing biotechnology environment. The course is designed to increase student awareness of the importance of safety in the biotechnology laboratory with an emphasis on Fire Safety, Chemical Safety, Laboratory Safety and Blood borne pathogens. The course is divided into three distinct sections. Section I deals with general safety issues regarding the workforce and risk assessment. Section 2 deals with fire, chemical and laboratory safety issues regarding training, communication, and compliance with CLIA, OSHA and NFPA recommendations. Section3 covers issues associated with blood borne pathogens (HIV, TB, Hepatitis B) and how those safety issues relate to a safe laboratory working environment. Completion of the course will prepare students to "work safely" in a biotechnology/health care environment and/or institution.
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College of Nursing & Hlth Sci