Planning for Laboratory Emergencies

A caustic acid hose has just erupted… an experiment has shown unexpected reactions… what should employees do to deal with these and other emergencies? Employees need to know when and how they should act in an emergency situation.

This training products on “Planning for Laboratory Emergencies” discuss how to minimize damage and prevent injuries if a laboratory emergency should occur. 

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Topics covered in these products include:
  • The Emergency Plan.
  • Types of emergencies occurring in laboratories.
  • Alarms and warning systems.
  • Contacting outside agencies.
  • Evacuation.
  • Fires, explosions and chemical spills.
  • and more.

The “Planning for Laboratory Emergencies” Micro Learning curriculum includes the following 3–5-minute courses:

  • Your Laboratory’s Emergency Plan
  • Handling Fire Emergencies
  • Handling Chemical Spills
  • Utilizing Safety Showers
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