Basic Skills : Chemical safety for Science Technicians course

Chemical Safety for Technicians (formerly First Chemical Handling)

This course is suitable for technicians new to school chemistry. No prior chemical knowledge is required. Note: the course is not intended for those with detailed chemical experience, though it can help in adapting outside experience to work in school science. The aims of the course are to use CLEAPSS information and practical skills:

• to find information on chemicals and their hazards in school use
• to handle chemicals safely for school practical work.

During the course, the following topics will normally be covered:

• using CLEAPSS materials
• chemical names for beginners
• chemical hazards and how to work with them
• preparing chemicals for lessons using safety information
• storing chemicals
• waste from lessons and stores
• chemical emergencies

Demonstrations, paper exercises and practical sessions are included to increase technicians’ confidence. Opportunities to ask questions on matters relating to chemicals in school should occur during the day.

Each technician should bring:

• a protective overall
• safety spectacles and safety goggles or a face shield
• a pair of chemical-resistant rubber or nitrile gloves
• (if laptops not provided by the centre) a laptop with the current CLEAPSS CD‑ROM or a set of up-to-date Hazcards

Date:               Thursday June 21st 2012

Venue:            To be Confirmed

Time:              9 am – 4 pm

Cost:               £105 per delegate

To book a place or find out more about the course please complete an enquiry form.