Safety in the Bioscience Workplace

Catalog description

Surveys technical and regulatory aspects of physical, chemical, radiation and biological safety in the bioscience laboratory. Covers topics such as: mechanical and electrical systems, hazards due to temperature and pressure, handling and storing hazardous chemicals, personal protective equipment, chemical waste disposals and spill, ionizing radiation and control measures, biological containment, disinfection/sterilization, medical waste handling, applicable regulations and guidelines. Prerequisite/Concurrent: ( CH 103 or CH 151 or CH 221 or CH 221Z and CH 227Z ), and ( BI 102 or BI 112 or BI 211 or BI 221Z ). Prerequisites: Placement into WR 115 and RD 115 . Audit available.