Chemical Hygiene & SDS Mastery
Continuing Education Credits
Objectives
- Identify common chemical hazards in the laboratory.
- Interpret key sections of a safety data sheet (SDS).
- Select appropriate protective measures based on chemical risks.
- Explain the role of the chemical hygiene plan (CHP) and OSHA requirements related to chemical safety.
Course Outline
- Chemical Hygiene & SDS Mastery
- Introduction
- Understanding Chemical Hazards in the Laboratory
- Common Chemical Hazard Categories
- Routes of Chemical Exposure
- Chemical Hygiene & Risk Prevention
- SDS Mastery: OSHA Requirements Overview
- SDS Mastery: Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)
- SDS Mastery: Why Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) Matter
- SDS Mastery: How to Use a Safety Data Sheet
- Knowledge CheckWhich SDS section provides information about required PPE?
- Knowledge CheckWhat is the primary purpose of a chemical hygiene plan (CHP)?
- Knowledge CheckWhy is it important to review the SDS before using an unfamiliar chemical?
- Key Takeaways
- References

