Lab Management

Lab Safety Foundations

Course overview
Are you ready to elevate your lab management skills to the next level? Enroll now in our comprehensive online course on Lab Safety Foundations, designed to empower lab managers like you with the knowledge and expertise needed to ensure a secure and compliant work environment.
  • Area of Study

    Lab Management

  • Course Duration

    1 hour

  • CEUs

    0.1

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    What is this course about?

    Led by renowned instructor Scott Hanton, this course delves into the critical responsibility of lab safety, emphasizing the pivotal role lab managers play in fostering a culture of safety. From identifying fundamental safety elements to understanding various hazards present in the lab, you'll gain invaluable insights to create and maintain an effective lab safety program.

    What are the benefits of this course?

    • Identify Fundamental Elements: Gain a deep understanding of the foundational aspects of lab safety, essential for crafting robust safety protocols.
    • Recognize Hazards: Learn to identify and mitigate different hazards lurking within the lab environment, ensuring the safety of your team and workspace.
    • Explore Training Opportunities: Discover various lab safety training options available for staff, equipping you to cultivate a knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
    • Cultivate a Safe Lab Culture: Understand the elements crucial for fostering a culture of safety, empowering you to lead by example and inspire your team.
    • Prioritize Emotional and Psychological Safety: Understand the significance of integrating emotional and psychological safety into your lab safety framework, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

    What are the learning outcomes of this course?

    By the end of this course, engaged learners should be able to:

    • Identify the fundamental elements of lab safety
    • Recognize different hazards that are present in the lab
    • List different lab safety training opportunities for staff
    • State different elements of a safe lab culture
    • Identify the elements of a lab safety program
    • Describe the benefits of including emotional and psychological safety in the lab safety system

    Don't leave lab safety to chance!

    Enroll today and empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to create a safer, more secure environment for you and your team.

    Meet The Instructor

    Scott Hanton

    PhD

    Years of Experience
    Scott Hanton is the editorial director at Lab Manager and the leader of the Lab Manager Academy. He spent 30 years working in industrial chemistry labs, with 20 years as a lab manager. He had roles of general manager, laboratory operations manager and chief scientist for Intertek Allentown. Previously, he had roles of research scientist, laboratory supervisor, and section manager at Air Products & Chemicals. Through these different roles, Scott developed expertise in polymer mass spectrometry, analytical characterization, people leadership, and business management. He earned a BS in Chemistry from Michigan State University and a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Scott is an active member of ACS, ASMS, and ALMA.

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    What are the unique features of this course?

    Our Lab Management courses are designed to support existing and potential lab managers with training in a wide variety of leadership and management skills.

    Self-paced Courses

    Each lecture video features supporting slides, skill-testing activities, interactive elements, and a short quiz.

    IACET Accreditation

    Each Lab Management course is accredited by IACET and is worth 0.1 CEUs.

    Comprehensive Content

    We offer a variety of Lab Management courses designed to empower learners to navigate the intricacies of laboratory operations, from regulatory compliance to operational efficiency.
    Lab Manager Academy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.