Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 12 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Electrical Safety in the Laboratory" Videotape Training Program 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. Areas covered in the program include how electricity works, common electrical hazards, fuses, circuit breakers and grounding, using and maintaining electrical equipment, accidents and emergency procedures, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 12 Minutes
Year Produced: 1992
Description: MARCOM's "Flammables and Explosives in the Laboratory" Videotape Training Program discusses the nature of flammable and explosive materials, as well as hazards associated with their use. It also reviews the proper handling procedures and personal protective equipment that should be used when working with these substances. Flammables and explosives are some of the most dangerous materials used in a laboratory. When working with these substances, employees need to know their characteristics, as well as how to prevent accidents and injuries when using them. Areas covered in the program include definitions of flammables and explosives, conditions that can create hazards, the role of ventilation in preventing problems, transporting flammables and explosives, storage considerations, using compressed gases, emergency planning, disposal, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 13 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Handling Compressed Gas Cylinders in the Laboratory" Videotape Training Program examines how gas cylinders "work", the hazards that are associated with them and the need for caution when using or storing a cylinder. The energy possessed by a compressed gas cylinder can make it a virtual "missile" if it is not handled with the utmost care. And a leaking cylinder or fitting can lead to asphyxiation, a fire or even an explosion. Since compressed gas cylinders are frequently used in many laboratories, employees need to be familiar with the precautions that should be taken when dealing with them. Areas covered in the program include the four ways to compress gases, hazards associated with compressed gases, proper storage procedures, marking and labeling, handling cylinders safely, connections and fittings, leak detection, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 12 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Laboratory Ergonomics" Videotape Training Program discusses the need to set up work areas correctly, as well as how to minimize the strain of using laboratory equipment, tools and instruments. Many of the activities performed in a laboratory can exert stress and strain on muscles and joints... ultimately causing significant injuries. To work safely and maintain good ergonomic health, employees need to know how to avoid movements and work patterns that can be harmful. Areas covered in the program include parts of the body most susceptible to ergonomic problems, arranging work areas to minimize stress and strain, working from "neutral" positions, most and least stressful types of body movements, proper lifting techniques, effective stretching exercises, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 13 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Laboratory Hoods" Videotape Training Program emphasizes how to properly use laboratory hoods and how to test them to ensure correct functioning... as well as discusses how hoods can protect an experiment, the facility, and most importantly, the employee. Many of the materials used in laboratories give off fumes, mists, vapors, particulates or aerosols which are hazardous. To minimize exposure to these materials, special precautions need to be taken. This often means within a "hood". Areas covered in the program include why laboratory hoods are needed, protections afforded by hoods, how hoods function mechanically, proper use of laboratory hoods, testing and maintenance, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 147 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM’s “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Videotape Training Series contains 12 Videotape Programs covering a wide range of safety methods, practices and tools that are needed in today’s laboratory environments, including: "Orientation to Laboratory Safety" - This program covers the most important safety issues that both new employees and "seasoned veterans" face in the laboratory; "Safety Showers and Eye Washes" - Correct use of both eye wash stations and safety showers are covered in this program; "Flammables and Explosives" - This program reviews proper handling procedures as well as the personal protective equipment that should be used when working with flammables and explosives; "The OSHA Formaldehyde Standard" - This program covers training required by the OSHA Formaldehyde Standard including safe work practices, personal protective equipment, spill/clean-up procedures, medical surveillance programs and more; "Electrical Safety in the Laboratory" - Principles of electrical energy, fuses, short circuits, "Lock-Out/Tag-Out", instrument repair and more are covered in this program; "Laboratory Ergonomics" - Ergonomic considerations such as working at a bench or hood, using a computer terminal, positioning compressed gas cylinders and safe lifting techniques are all addressed in this program; "Material Safety Data Sheets" - This program reviews the various sections of the MSDS, what information can be found in each section and most importantly, how this information can help employees as they go about their work; "Laboratory Hoods" - This program discusses when and why these hoods are used, as well as how to operate and maintain them; "Preventing Contamination" - This program shows how contamination occurs and reviews the steps that can be taken to prevent its spread; "Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware" - Types of glassware used in the laboratory, configuring of glassware systems, making proper connections, handling techniques and cleaning/decontamination are all covered in this program; "Planning for Laboratory Emergencies" - This program covers when and how employees should act in an emergency to prevent injury, property damage or even loss of life; "Handling of Compressed Gas Cylinders" - Positioning cylinders properly, storage "incompatibilities", fittings/connections and more are covered in this program.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 15 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Material Safety Data Sheets in the Laboratory" Videotape Training Program reviews the various sections of the MSDS, what information can be found in each section and most importantly, how this information can help employees to work safely in their laboratory. All potentially hazardous materials entering a laboratory have a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). But to make good use of the information on an MSDS, employees need to understand how it is organized and what it contains. Areas covered in the program include the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), sections of the MSDS, information found in each section, how MSDS information can help employees work safely, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 11 Minutes
Year Produced: 1992
Description: MARCOM's "Orientation to Laboratory Safety" Videotape Training Program shows both new employees and "seasoned veterans" the importance of safety in the laboratory... as well as reviews the OSHA regulations and good safety practices that apply to laboratory environments. A laboratory can be a dangerous place, and with the daily pressures to get things done employees can be tempted to take shortcuts and ignore safety precautions. And with the increasing complexity of the equipment and procedures involved in experiments, employees need an even greater knowledge of safety practices and procedures than they may have had in the past. Areas covered in the program include OSHA regulations, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), planning safe experiments, personal protective equipment, ventilation controls, chemical storage, accidents and emergencies, waste disposal, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 13 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "The OSHA Formaldehyde Standard" Videotape Training Program provides training that is required by this Standard, focusing on the rules and procedures that the Standard establishes for working with this potentially dangerous chemical. While Formaldehyde is used in many laboratory operations, it can still be a significant health hazard. The results of mishandling Formaldehyde can be serious. They can range from the short-term discomfort associated with minor burns or skin irritation... to chronic effects from a lifetime of overexposure. Areas covered in the program include potential health hazards, testing for Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL). labeling and material safety data sheets, hoods and other ventilation systems, personal protective equipment, spill and cleanup and decontamination procedures, first aid, the medical surveillance plan, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 15 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Planning for Laboratory Emergencies" Videotape Training Program discusses how to minimize damage and prevent injuries if a laboratory emergency should occur. A caustic acid hose has just erupted... an experiment has shown unexpected reactions... what should employees do to deal with these and other emergencies? Employees need to know when and how they should act in an emergency situation. Areas covered in the program include the emergency plan, types of emergencies, alarms and warning systems, contacting outside agencies, evacuation, fires, explosions and chemical spills, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 10 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Preventing Contamination in the Laboratory" Videotape Training Program emphasizes the need to recognize situations that could led to contamination, and discusses what can be done to prevent contamination from occurring. Handling hazardous chemicals and specimens requires a great deal of caution. If substances are not properly controlled, hazards can spread and contaminate other materials, work area... even employees themselves. With many laboratories using toxic, corrosive and carcinogenic chemicals, employees need to do all they can to prevent contamination. Areas covered in the program include how contamination occurs, general preventative measures, engineering controls, safe work practices, personal protective equipment, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Classification: Laboratory Safety These programs address the everyday safety issues that are specific to laboratory environments.
Length: 12 Minutes
Year Produced: 1993
Description: MARCOM's "Safe Handling of Laboratory Glassware" Videotape Training Program discusses the nature of various types of glassware, and the problems it can cause... as well as the need for employees to use and maintain laboratory glassware safely. Broken glassware causes more laboratory accidents than any other hazard. Because it is so fragile, glassware can easily fracture if it is bumped, dropped or too much pressure is applied to it. Some glassware accidents don't require much more than a band-aid, while others can result in a lot of blood and the need for medical attention. And the threat of contamination from the materials in a broken container can also be a serious problem. Areas covered in the program include Inspecting glassware before use, effects of extreme temperatures and pressures, matching glassware to the experiment, working with glass tubing, using personal protective equipment, storage and handling, washing and cleanup, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log. This Videotape Training Program is one of 12 in the “Elements of Safety” Laboratory Safety Training Series.
Description: MARCOM's "Safety Showers and Eye Washes" Videotape Program reviews for employees situations where safety showers and eye washes should be used, as well as how to properly use them. No matter how many precautions employees take, accidents sometimes happen. In these situations quick action is essential, and if the incident involves a hazardous material, using a safety shower or eyewash can be extremely important. The Videotape includes information on types of showers and eye washes, how to operate showers and eye washes correctly, chemical splashes, appropriate shower and eye wash techniques, helping an accident victim use a shower/eye wash, first aid, maintenance and testing of showers and eye washes, and more. The Videotape Program comes with a comprehensive Leader's Guide, reproducible Scheduling & Attendance Form, Employee Quiz, Training Certificate and Training Log.
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