Course Subject Code
OCSH
Course Number
1400
Course Title
Hazardous Materials Safety
Credit Hours
3
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth analysis of how hazardous materials can escalate incidents or emergency events. It covers the fundamental concepts of hazardous chemicals, with a particular focus on how key elements, compounds, and mixtures can be inherently dangerous. Students will gain a thorough understanding of chemical interactions, classification systems, and strategies for managing chemical hazards in emergency situations. The course also includes research on relevant standards and emergency response practices, along with the study of widely used hazardous materials classification and labeling systems.
Schedule
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Requirements
Prerequisite(s): None.