MSCI 4201 - Laboratory Safety

2 hrs

Is a two-hour course suitable for all students majoring in the physical or life sciences, but designed specifically for students majoring in chemistry and/or physical science education. Topics covered will include, but are not limited to, regulatory compliance and the OSHA laboratory standard, general laboratory safety policies, toxicology of hazardous substances, personal protective equipment, emergency response and first aid, flammable hazards, explosive hazards, radiation safety, storage and disposal of hazardous chemicals, ventilation, laboratory safety equipment, stockroom management, record-keeping and philosophy of laboratory safety. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3402 and CHEM 3404, or school approval. Lecture two hours.