Lab Safety Management

Materials and Substances Tracking

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Course overview
Dive into the intricate world of Materials and Substances Tracking with our expert-led online course. Led by seasoned instructor Jonathan Klane, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to efficiently manage the flow of chemicals, biologicals, and various substances within laboratory settings.
  • Area of Study

    Lab Safety Management

  • Course Duration

    1 hour

  • CEUs

    0.1

    This course is part of the Lab Safety Management Certificate. Looking to enroll in the full certificate?

    What is this course about?

    In today's scientific landscape, sustainability is paramount. Through our comprehensive curriculum, you'll explore the concept of the life cycle approach, learning how it enhances safety protocols and mitigates risks inherent in laboratory operations. From procurement to disposal, you'll uncover strategies to optimize purchasing practices, reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact.

    But our focus extends beyond mere management—this course delves into the ethical imperative of recycling efforts, even in the face of market challenges. Jonathan Klane will guide you through compelling arguments supporting sustainable practices, empowering you to make informed decisions that benefit both your organization and the planet.

    What are the benefits of this course?

    • The Life Cycle Approach: Understand how tracking materials from acquisition to disposal enhances safety protocols and mitigates risks within your lab environment.
    • Optimizing Purchasing Practices: Discover how strategic procurement decisions can streamline operations, minimize hazards, and bolster sustainability efforts.
    • Championing Recycling Initiatives: Uncover the resilience of recycling, even in challenging markets, and learn how your lab can lead the charge in reducing waste and carbon footprints.
    • Identifying Lab Waste Impacts: Arm yourself with the knowledge to recognize and address the negative repercussions of unchecked lab waste, from environmental harm to financial losses.

    What are the learning outcomes of this course?

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

    • Describe the life cycle approach and its benefit to safety and risk
    • Explain how purchasing practices can improve and remove safety and risk
    • Defend the benefits of recycling efforts even when the market for them is problematic
    • List at least five negative outcomes from lab wastes

    Ready to equip yourself with essential skills for managing laboratory materials efficiently and sustainably?

    Enroll now in Materials and Substances Tracking and embark on a transformative journey towards safer, more responsible laboratory practices!

    Meet The Instructor

    Jonathan Klane

    M.S.Ed, CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIT

    Years of Experience
    Jonathan Klane is the instructor of the Lab Safety Management Certificate. Jon possesses 35 years of professional experience in environmental, health, safety, and risk (EHSR). Jon was safety director for two colleges of engineering with hundreds of labs doing a wide variety of research. He consulted for many years to private industry, government, non-profits, and higher ed. He also taught EHSR at two colleges and was a management faculty member in an MBA and HR master's program. Jon's master's is in adult education and learning and he is a PhD candidate in Human and Social Dimensions of Science and Technology at Arizona State University.

    Course Content

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    What are the unique features of this course?

    Our Lab Safety Management courses are designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to make it easier to manage the safety of your lab(s).

    Self-paced Courses

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

    IACET Accreditation

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

    Comprehensive Content

    We offer a variety of Lab Safety Management courses designed to equip learners with the tools and knowledge needed to prioritize safety, mitigate risks, and drive excellence in lab safety management.
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    IACET Accredited

    Lab Manager Academy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) 
    We offer 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.