Laboratory Safety

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Equipping Laboratories with Practical Tools for Safer Practices

Introduction

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Laboratories are dynamic and often high-risk environments where hazards can easily go unnoticed or unmanaged due to routine practices and time pressure. While laboratory staff may be experienced, assumptions around their safety awareness can lead to oversights that put individuals and organisations at risk. 

This one-day programme addresses the importance of maintaining rigorous safety standards in laboratories. It helps learners identify, assess and manage common laboratory hazards while reinforcing the need for a strong safety culture. The course combines legislative awareness with practical safety guidance to help prevent accidents and ensure legal compliance. 

What's covered?

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The course covers a wide range of laboratory-specific safety topics through interactive and practical instruction. Topics include: 

  • Reasons for prioritising safety in laboratory environments 
  • Physical, chemical and biological hazards 
  • Radiation risks (ionising and non-ionising) 
  • Fire and explosion risks 
  • Control measures for the associated risks 
  • Environmental considerations and waste disposal 
  • Effective use of personal protective equipment (PPE) 
  • Cultivating ongoing safety awareness 
  • Accessing up-to-date safety resources and legal guidance 

This course can be tailored for In-Company delivery to reflect specific processes, equipment, or risks. 

Who should participate?

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This course is ideal for anyone working in a laboratory setting who is responsible for health and safety or is involved in the day-to-day running of lab operations. Typical participants include: 

  • Laboratory Managers 
  • Supervisors 
  • Laboratory Technicians and Analysts 
  • Health and Safety Representatives in scientific environments 

This programme is relevant for any laboratory staff seeking to maintain a safe workplace for themselves and their colleagues. 

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

What will I learn?

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On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to: 

  • Identify common laboratory hazards and categorise them by type 
  • Conduct basic risk assessments related to laboratory work 
  • Apply appropriate control measures to minimise workplace risks 
  • Locate and interpret relevant safety information and resources 
  • Understand key legal obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 
  • Promote a proactive culture of laboratory safety within their team 

These learning outcomes ensure participants leave with practical skills they can apply immediately. 

Who are the tutors?

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This programme is delivered by experts with specialist knowledge in laboratory operations and health and safety regulations. Each tutor brings real-world experience, sector-specific insights and a passion for practical training. Their focus is on building learner confidence through engaging, hands-on exercises and personalised support.
Learners benefit from personalised attention, relevant examples and a deep understanding of laboratory contexts.

How do we train and support you?

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Our training approach is highly practical, with interactive sessions tailored to support learner understanding and retention. We aim to deliver content that is not only compliant but also immediately applicable in your workplace. 

Support includes: 

  • Pre-training consultation to understand organisational context 
  • Comprehensive course notes, regularly updated to reflect the latest standards and best practices 
  • Real-time support from expert tutors 

Class sizes are generally limited to 12-15 to support personalised learning and individual support. 

How can you progress?

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Learners who complete this course may progress to further health and safety or laboratory-focused programmes, such as: 

  • Chemical Risk Assessment 
  • Health and Safety Hazard Identification & Risk Asssessment 
  • ISO 17025 Internal Quality Auditing for Laboratories 

These options help learners continue to build competence and take on greater safety responsibilities. 

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Course Code
L001
Duration
1 training day
Public Price

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Delivery Mode
This programme is delivered by or In-Company training
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What Our Learner's SayWhat Our Learner's Say


Very useful
Ryan M June 19, 2025
Very engaging and interactive. Great examples of scenarios.
Mark B June 19, 2025
Very insightful would recommend
Cian O January 22, 2025
Great course a lot of useful information
Christiana B January 22, 2025

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