CLEAPSS Safety with Chemicals for Technicians Event
- Time:
- 09:30 - 15:30
- Date:
- 18 June 2015
- Venue:
- Mathematics and Science Learning Centre The Graham Hills Building 29 University of Southampton Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ
For more information regarding this event, please telephone Mathematics and Science Learning Centre on 023 8059 8810 or email mslc@soton.ac.uk .
Event details
This course is suitable for technicians who are taking on or already have responsibility for chemicals. 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.
What will the course include?
- how to find information on chemicals and their hazards in school use, including understanding their names and ordering and receiving chemicals
- understanding and using safety information on labels
- the role of Hazcards and how to use them
- handling, using and storing chemicals including control measures, personal protection and fume cupboards
- making up solutions - molar, percentage and "vol" concentrations
- an introduction to waste and recycling
- chemical emergencies and the need for training including spills practical and fire demonstrations
Course Fee: £99.00
This is for a full day of professional development, all CLEAPSS course resources, lunch and refreshments.
To book your place, please contact the Mathematics and Science Learning Centre using the details below and give your name, school, job title and email address.
CLEAPSS courses are intended for CLEAPSS members - if you are uncertain about your membership please contact CLEAPSS on 01895 251496. An additional charge may be payable for non-members attending courses.