BIOT 1003 - Laboratory Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Institution:

Northern Oklahoma College

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Description:

This course provides the student with practice in OSHA requirements for personal protective equipment, safety showers, eye wash stations, fire fighting equipment and procedures, and safe behavior in the laboratory. Use of MSDS sheets, proper NFPA labeling, and specific safety protocols for laboratory equipment and chemicals are included. In addition, the student will receive experience in documentation of laboratory results, proper maintenance of a laboratory notebook, writing and following laboratory protocols, completion and use of a chain of custody, and maintenance of chemical inventory logs. Student is also introduced to federal regulations and regulatory agencies. Lecture 3 Hours. No Laboratory.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.north-ok.edu

Phone Number:

(580) 628-6200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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