Laboratory Waste and Chemical Disposal
Laboratories generate small volumes of many hazardous waste streams, which makes segregation harder than in industry. This course covers classification, segregation, storage and lawful disposal of laboratory waste.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Laboratory waste streams and how they differ from industrial waste
- 02Classification, hazard characteristics and labelling
- 03Segregation and chemical incompatibility
- 04Storage areas, containment and time limits
- 05Permitted treatment and neutralisation
- 06Contractors, manifests and disposal documentation
- 07Spills, unknown containers and emergency response
What you will gain
- Classify laboratory waste streams correctly
- Segregate incompatible wastes safely
- Store waste pending collection without creating hazard
- Treat or neutralise waste where permitted
- Complete disposal documentation and manifests
- Handle spills and unknown containers safely
Who should attend
- Laboratory technicians and analysts
- Laboratory safety officers
- Environmental and waste coordinators
- Laboratory managers and supervisors
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 27 Oct 2026 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 1 to 2 Dec 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 22 to 23 Feb 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 3 to 4 May 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 12 to 13 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Laboratory & Microbiology
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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