Course details
Electrical Safety in the Laboratory
Course Overview
This online Electrical Safety in the Laboratory course emphasizes the need for safety when using electricity, and discusses how to reduce the potential for accidents involving electrical shock, fire and explosions. Today, laboratories rely on a vast array of electrically powered equipment. To work safely with this equipment, employees need to understand how electricity works, be aware of common electrical hazards and know how to use electricity safely.
Topics Covered
- How electricity works
- Common electrical hazards
- Fuses, circuit breakers and grounding
- Using and maintaining electrical equipment
- Accidents and emergency procedures
- And more
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
