Safety Measures for Chemical Usage and Waste Management

SKILLS: Chemical handling | Laboratory safety | Waste management

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Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of safety in the chemistry laboratory. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct experimental work responsibly while minimizing risks to oneself, others, and the environment. The module covers essential aspects of laboratory safety, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proper procedures for chemical handling and storage, protocols for emergency response, environmentally responsible waste management, and the safe operation of laboratory equipment course objectives, scope, and importance.

START DATE

Jul 01 2026

END DATE

Oct 15 2026

Delivery Mode

Online

Duration

8 Hours

Type

Theory

Course Fee

Free

Credentials and Certification

1 Certificate

Course Category Micro-Credentials (Basic)

TARGET AUDIENCE PU, Under-Graduates of any discipline

Digital Credential

indicating verified micro-credential completion.

RECOMMENDED FOR

Students exploring industry-relevent skills

Professionals planning to upskill and reskill

Faculty building digital deployment literacy

COURSE DELIVERY

Action-based learning materials with guided assessments and faculty support.

Course Outcomes

Our curriculum matches modern standard practices to provide exceptional training milestones.

Chemical Safety Fundamentals

Understand the principles of chemical safety, hazard identification, and risk assessment to promote safe laboratory practices and responsible handling.

CORE KNOWLEDGE

Safe Chemical Handling

Learn correct procedures for the handling, storage, transportation, and labeling of chemicals to minimize risks and prevent workplace accidents.

LABORATORY SAFETY

Waste Management Practices

Apply safe methods for chemical waste segregation, disposal, and environmental protection while complying with laboratory safety regulations.

ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

Laboratory Equipment Safety

Operate laboratory equipment safely by following standard procedures, conducting inspections, and reducing hazards during research activities.

PRACTICAL TRAINING

Emergency Response Procedures

Develop the skills to respond effectively to chemical spills, fires, exposure incidents, and laboratory emergencies using established safety protocols.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Safe Research Environment

Implement comprehensive safety practices that foster a hazard-free laboratory, ensure regulatory compliance, and support responsible scientific research.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

UG and PG Chemistry students

Course Instructor

Expert guidance from acclaimed industry professional leaders.

Dr Vijeth Shetty

Associate Professor

Dr. Vijeth R. Shetty is a seasoned energy storage expert with over a decade of specialized experience in developing rechargeable aqueous and non-aqueous Li-ion and sodium-ion batteries. His extensive experience includes the critical task of designing organic and inorganic electrode materials for rechargeable Li-ion coin cells, demonstrating a profound understanding of battery electrochemistry and material science. Dr. Shetty possesses deep domain knowledge in energy storage systems and their continuous advancement. His current research is dedicated to advancing sustainable and eco-friendly battery solutions, focusing on the development of biodegradable electrode materials using organic components for both aqueous and non-aqueous lithium-ion batteries, thereby addressing the future need for safe and environmentally responsible energy storage technologies.

Program Overview

Academic Curriculum

A meticulous, guided learning path engineered to transform your cloud engineering expertise.

Module 1

Introduction to laboratory safety

Module 2

Hazard recognition and assessment in the laboratory environment

Module 3

Emergency Response Protocols in the Chemistry Laboratory

Module 4