This requirement also can be met via a self-training program located on the Health and Safety web page. The course is designed to satisfy OSHA and EPA requirements by familiarizing recently hired laboratory technicians in general safety procedures for laboratories. The course covers chemical hazards and personal protective equipment to prevent exposures along with monitoring methods and medical surveillance. First aid practices for laboratory injuries, building evacuation plans, fire prevention strategies and fire extinguisher use are also introduced in the session. Although this course primarily focuses on ergonomics of the computer workstation, anybody designated in that environment should attend.
Supervisors learn what to look for and how to correct workstations.
The course is designed to satisfy state workplace safety requirements by introducing employees to OSHA regulations and UNC Health and Safety policies. Attendees review chemical hazards and prevention strategies in discussion groups where exercises concentrate on MSDS, labels and personal protective equipment use. Medical surveillance and first aid procedures at UNC are introduced. Fire prevention and evacuation procedures are outlined, along with fire extinguisher use. General practices for machinery and hand tools is summarized with a video and follow-up discussion.