Certified OSHA Laboratory Safety Specialist Course (COLSS)

Course Description

More than 500,000 workers are employed in laboratories in the U.S. The laboratory environment can be a hazardous place to work, as laboratory workers are exposed to numerous potential hazards, including chemical, biological, physical, and radioactive hazards, as well as musculoskeletal stresses. Laboratory safety is governed by numerous local, state, and federal regulations. Over the years, OSHA has promulgated rules and published guidance to make laboratories increasingly safe for personnel.

Several primary OSHA standards apply to laboratories, in addition to other OSHA standards that cover various aspects of laboratory activities. The Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories standard (29 CFR 1910.1450) was created specifically for non-production laboratories.

What You'll Learn

• Understand OSHA Laboratory Standard (29 CFR 1910.1450) and Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) requirements.
• Identify laboratory hazards, including chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic risks.
• Apply safe laboratory work practices, chemical handling, storage procedures, and exposure control measures.
• Demonstrate proper emergency response actions, including spill control, first aid, and incident reporting.

Who Should Attend

Laboratory Workers Safety, Health, and Environmental Professionals Site Safety, Health and Environmental Committee Members Training Managers Industrial Hygienists