Lab Safety
Best laboratory practices covering fume hood operation, glassware handling, chemical reagent storage, biosafety awareness, and emergency spill response.
Who it is for
Laboratory chemists, research assistants, QC analysts, academic lab supervisors, and testing technicians.
What you will learn
- Operate chemical fume hoods safely: maintaining 6-inch setback and proper sash heights
- Safely store and dispose of volatile organic solvents, reactive salts, and acids
- Manage broken glassware and biohazardous or sharps waste safely
- Respond to benchtop fires, corrosive chemical splashes, and autoclave hazards
Objectives are proposed syllabus content, shared for your review and adjusted to your facility.
Topics covered
- 1Laboratory dress code: splash goggles, nitrile vs. neoprene gloves, lab coats
- 2Fume hood face velocity principles and aerodynamic baffles
- 3Waste segregation: halogenated vs. non-halogenated solvents, aqueous waste, solid waste
- 4Emergency protocols for spills inside vs. outside containment hoods
Practical activities
- Fume hood sash airflow verification test using smoke tube or tissue indicator
- Benchtop acid and solvent spill clean-up simulation
Delivery and site needs
Delivery arrangements
Venue and delivery arrangements are confirmed during enquiry.
Site space and clearance
Laboratory conference room or training facility.
Frequently asked questions
Can a fume hood be used for long-term storage of chemical bottles?
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