COURSE OVERVIEW:Laboratory operations can be hazardous, especially when working with chemical and biological materials. Laboratory accidents, while generally not fatal, run the risks of developing health issues like chronic diseases and infections as well as resulting in loss of property and reputation. It is important, therefore, to prevent these accidents before they occur.

This course reviews common and preventable laboratory accidents both in research and industrial settings. Attendees can expect to learn best practices that can be adopted to prevent and reduce the severity of such incidents. In addition, practical courses are also offered to ensure familiarity in handling of liquid spills (both chemical and biological) with emphasis on the protection of the emergency response crew.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:● Identify common accidents in laboratories (research and

industrial)●

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Learn best practices in mitigating these accidentsManage emergency plans covering injuries, fires, spills and gasleaks (Practical training included)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND✔ Laboratory worker and supervisor✔ Workplace Safety &

Health (WSH) Officer and Coordinator

COURSE DATE20th to 21st February 2020 9:00 am to 5:00 pm  Fee : SGD 780 (exclude GST)

Tea-Breaks and Lunch provided

Venue : NTU@One-North(Near Buona Vista MRT Station)

14 SDU POINTS TO BE ACCREDITED BY CPD BOARD

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

IN THE LABORATORY

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PROGRAMME OUTLINE

Day 1 : Minimising Accidents in the LabThe course begins with an overview of potential accidents as well as understanding how these can be minimised. Attendees will be able to identify the difference between common causes of incidents, the importance of risk assessment as well as implement “dynamic” risk assessment.

Day 2 : Dealing with Emergencies (with practical training)Participants will be introduced to typical emergencies in a laboratory and learn the methodology on spill containment. These emergencies include: • Liquid and solid spills (chemical and biological)

• Nanomaterial spills (3D Printing, carbon tubes)

• Gas emission (reaction and pressurised)

Day 2 learning includes fire abatement methods for chemicals, first aid emergencies as well as reporting, investigating and implementing corrective actions for incidents.

Dr. Lee Kien WahDr. Lee Kien Wah attained his PhD of Chemical Engineering from the University of Melbourne. With over 20 years of management experience in the field of Environmental, Health & Safety and his appointment with multinational companies including oil & gas, pharmaceutical, government agencies and universities makes Dr. Lee a suitable subject matter expert for this course.

Dr. Lee was the Chief Health and Safety Officer for Nanyang Technological University for 8 years. The EHS challenges from different schools are unique and often dynamic. Participants will learn about solving safety issues in different laboratory settings.

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