Broken glassware is the most frequent laboratory accident, and causes more injuries than any other laboratory mishap. With all the flasks, beakers, tubes, rods, discs, plates, crucibles and dishes in use, the risk of mishaps and contamination is ongoing. Even Pyrex test tubes, glassware made from super shatterproof or heat resistant glass-or custom designed and manufactured glassware-needs to be used within the manufacturer's parameters.
ALWAYS READY'S online training course "Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware" teaches the nature of various types of glassware accidents, the problems that can lead to each type of incident, and how safe practices can lead to a safer work environment.
Areas covered in this course include:
. Inspecting glassware before use
. Effects of extreme temperatures and pressures
. Matching glassware to the experiment
. Working with glass tubing
. Using personal protective equipment
. Storage and handling
. Washing and clean-up
. And More.
ALWAYS READY'S "Online Interactive Training Library" offers the most cost-effective, stress-free, time-convenient and easily accessed regulatory compliance training available today. This course averages 45 minutes to complete, but each course-taker should work at a comfortable pace. It's divided into logical sections for easy understanding and retention.
To promote safety awareness, all laboratories should offer training updates in glassware handling. To prevent glassware injury and contamination risks in your workplace, have your staff take "Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware" ASAP.
This course is one of 108 titles in ALWAYS READY'S online safety training library. Also preview: "Laboratory Ergonomics", "Laboratory Hoods" and "Orientation to Laboratory Safety".
Use this website for convenient updating and refresher courses as needed.
