Are you interested in conducting research in a laboratory? Prior to stepping inside a UNLV lab and working alongside faculty research mentors, undergraduate researchers are required to take a chemical hygiene training course. This workshop, facilitated by Risk Management & Safety (RMS), fulfills this requirement. RMS staff will cover a variety of lab safety techniques and hazards to avoid.

Learning Objectives

By participating in this workshop you will:

• Understand the mechanics of lab safety
• Learn about the different hazards that can occur in a lab
• Become familiar with the various lab equipment and how to safely conduct research in a lab
• Learn about the required precautions when conducting research in a lab