The Essentials of Laboratory Safety course provides foundational knowledge required to maintain safe working environments in clinical and diagnostic laboratories. It focuses on identifying hazards, applying safety protocols, and promoting a culture of safety to protect personnel, patients, and laboratory assets. This course aligns with Terraleap’s mission to deliver standards-based, safety-focused healthcare education.

This course covers core laboratory safety principles, including biological, chemical, and physical hazards; personal protective equipment (P-P-E); biosafety practices; waste management; emergency procedures; and regulatory compliance. It introduces standard operating procedures and risk management strategies essential for safe laboratory operations.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand common laboratory hazards and associated risks

• Apply laboratory safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment

• Follow biosafety and infection control practices

• Recognize emergency procedures and incident reporting requirements

• Support compliance with laboratory safety standards

After completing the course, learners will be able to:

• Work safely and responsibly in laboratory environments

• Reduce risks of laboratory accidents and exposures

• Apply safety practices consistently in daily laboratory work

• Support a culture of safety and compliance

• Contribute to safe and efficient laboratory operations

This course is suitable for:

• Medical laboratory technicians and technologists

• MedTech and pathology support professionals

• Healthcare professionals working in laboratory settings

• Medical and allied health students

• Individuals seeking foundational training in laboratory safety