Hydrofluoric Acid Safety Training
1 hour
| Target group: | Laboratory/workshop/studio staff, researchers & managers using Hydrofluoric Acid |
| Group size: | Maximum 20. Minimum numbers do apply. |
| Level 1 program: | No pre-rquisites |
| Schedule: |
| Date: | To be advised |
| Time: | To be advised |
| Venue: | To be advised |
| Apply by: | To be advised |
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| Cost: |
$40
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| Catering: | No catering provided |
| To apply: | Register your interest |
Overview
This course is designed to make those using or considering using Hydrofluoric acid and solutions aware of the hazards in its use, the laboratory requirements, Personal protective equipment, reinforcing of good lab practices and protocols, as well as first aid requirements for its use.
Intended Outcomes
To make laboratory/workshop/studio staff/researchers and managers using Hydrofluoric Acid aware of the hazards in its use, and about the laboratory requirements.
Course Content
- Properties of HF
- Hazards Associated with HF
- PPE required for HF use
- Handling and Storage
- Waste disposal
- Emergency procedures
- Spills
- Accidents / incidents
- First Aid
Learning Approach
Lecture format reinforcing through the use of examples and discussion of local use of HF, hazards associated and mitigation using Monash systems and the hierarchy of control.
Handouts and Materials
Safe use of HF Guideline & Hazard alert HF Fatality.
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