Laboratory Personnel

Trainings

Respiratory Protection and Fit Test

OSHA required for employees that will be wearing respirators during the course of their work. Respirator selection, use and maintenance are discussed. Respiratory protection training, an initial medical evaluation and a respirator fit test are required PRIOR to the use of respiratory protection.

OSHA Specific Health Hazard Training

OSHA required training for employees that use materials that have specific OSHA standards. Specific standards exist for formaldehyde, benzene, methylene chloride, reproductive hazards, and others. Chemical characteristics, associated hazards, the OSHA standard, air sampling, and PPE requirements will be discussed.

Lead Safety

OSHA required for employees exposed to lead during the course of their work. Chemical characteristics, associated hazards, the OSHA standard, air sampling, and PPE requirements are discussed.

Laboratory Safety (refresher)

Required annually for all laboratory personnel. Department or group specific training is encouraged and can be arranged.

Lab Training Registration

Laboratory Safety (initial)

OSHA required training for anyone working in a chemical laboratory: including principle investigators, lab employees, research technicians, teaching assistants and graduate students. Chemical hygiene principles, spill prevention, hazardous waste management, and fire safety are discussed.

Lab Training Registration