Chemical Safety & Hazardous Materials

Introduction

Focuses on safe handling and control of hazardous chemicals.

Objectives

• Identify chemical hazards
• Interpret safety data sheets
• Apply control measures
• Prevent chemical incidents

Target Audience

Operators, laboratory staff, HSE personnel.

5-Day Scientific Program

Day 1: Chemical Safety Basics

• Chemical hazards
• Exposure routes
• Health effects
• Labeling

Day 2: Safety Data Sheets

• SDS structure
• Hazard communication
• Storage requirements
• Compatibility

Day 3: Safe Handling & Storage

• Transfer operations
• Storage systems
• Segregation
• Spill prevention

Day 4: Emergency Response

• Spill response
• Neutralization
• PPE
• Waste disposal

Day 5: Case Studies

• Chemical incidents
• Lessons learned
• Best practices
• Action planning