Handling of flammable products
Course in the handling of flammable products in laboratories at Uppsala University
This course is aimed at
- All employees
Topic
- Work environment
- Laboratory safety
- Security
About the course
During the course you will learn more about the risks when handling flammable products and how you can prevent accidents and incidents from happening. We’ll also talk about how to act if accidents happens! The course is important for all who are working in or are responsible for a laboratory where flammable products are handled.
Format
The course is given in the form of a lecture mixed with group discussions and examples from real life and it lasts for about 3 hours.
Content of the course
- Flammable products - what is it?
- Responsibilities and roles
- Handling in the laboratory
- Preventative work and crisis preparedness
- In case of an accident
There is also a web-based laboratory safety course available in both Swedish and English.
Course occasions and sign-up
Nest course is planned for spring term 2024. No date is set yet. For more information you are welcome to contact Chemical Coordinator Annie Engström.