Chemical Safety Training

Chemical Safety Training Course Outline

Course length:                      1 day

Hours:                                    8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (to be confirmed)

Course Instructor:               Elva Clarke and/or Robert Gabay

Course objectives:

At the end of training the participant should be able to:

·       Safely handle and store chemicals in the workplace

·       Recognize various means of identification, labeling and classification of chemicals

·       Describe some of the adverse health effects that chemicals may have

·       Recall the possible routes of entry of chemicals

·       Source and interpret information regarding the safe use, storage and handling of chemicals as well as possible adverse health effects (e.g. Safety Data Sheets, International Safety Cards)

·       Use, care and select appropriate personal protective equipment based on chemicals used and anticipated exposure levels

Topics to be covered:

1.     Introduction to chemical safety

2.     Chemical classification, identification and labeling

3.     Basic Toxicology (routes of entry, toxic effects etc.)

4.     Safety Data Sheets and other forms of hazard communication

5.     Chemical Storage

6.     Chemical Handling

7.     PPE Selection