Course Description
What You'll Learn
- Identify the health hazards and short-term and chronic effects associated with formaldehyde exposure
- Apply the rules and procedures the OSHA Formaldehyde Standard establishes for working with formaldehyde
- Monitor for the presence of formaldehyde and interpret formaldehyde labeling
- Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment when working with formaldehyde
- Clean up formaldehyde spills safely and administer first aid
- Recognize the health risks of mishandling formaldehyde in laboratory operations
Key Takeaways
- Formaldehyde is used in many laboratory operations but can still be a significant health hazard.
- Mishandling formaldehyde can cause effects ranging from short-term minor burns or skin irritation to chronic effects from a lifetime of overexposure.
- This course provides the training required by the OSHA Formaldehyde Standard.
- The course focuses on the rules and procedures the standard establishes for working with formaldehyde, including monitoring, labeling, personal protective equipment, spill cleanup, and first aid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It provides the training required by the OSHA Formaldehyde Standard, focusing on the rules and procedures the standard establishes for working with formaldehyde. Topics include formaldehyde and your health, monitoring for its presence, labeling, personal protective equipment, cleaning up spills, and first aid.
Why is training on formaldehyde important?
Although formaldehyde is used in many laboratory operations, it can be a significant health hazard. Mishandling it can cause effects ranging from short-term minor burns or skin irritation to chronic effects from a lifetime of overexposure.
What skills does this course help build?
The course addresses chemical hazards, chemical safety, laboratory safety, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard, and is associated with Chemical Safety Certification and OSHA Certification.
What does the course teach about handling formaldehyde spills and exposure?
It includes lessons on cleaning up formaldehyde spills and on first aid, along with monitoring for the presence of formaldehyde, labeling, and the use of personal protective equipment.
