Biosafety in the Laboratory
Course Description:
No one wants to risk bringing a disease home from work, but for laboratory employees working with biological hazards like viruses, bacteria, select agents, and toxins, as well as blood, bodily fluids, and human tissues, that risk is a reality. Working with lab animals can also pose the threat of contamination. Fortunately, with the proper training and precautions, you can protect yourself and coworkers from these risks.
This course focuses on biosafety and provides the safe work practices laboratory workers must follow to reduce the health-related risks associated with working around biological materials.
Course Duration: 42 minutes
Why “Biosafety in the Laboratory” Matters:
At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
- Identify the hazards of working with biological materials
- Recall the required precautions for working with biohazards
- Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Follow safe handling procedures
- Recall emergency response procedures following an exposure or a spill
- Properly dispose of biological waste.
Key Points:
- Always have the information you need to protect yourself.
- Biological agents necessitate taking precautions.
- Follow safety and work procedures.
- Report and seek medical attention for any exposure.
