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Overview: The course includes 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
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