"Safety in Laboratories" Event at the College of Sciences to Raise Awareness on Laboratory Safety
The College of Sciences, in collaboration with the Deanship of Student Affairs for Student Activities and in partnership with the College's Occupational Health and Safety Committee, organized an educational event titled *"Safety in Laboratories"* on Tuesday, 28th of Rabi' al-Awwal 1445 AH, in the atrium of the College of Sciences. This event aimed to raise awareness among students about the critical safety measures and guidelines that should be followed within laboratories to ensure a secure working and learning environment.
The event featured a comprehensive presentation by Professor Ahmed Fouda, Chair of the College’s Occupational Health and Safety Committee, who emphasized the importance of adhering to safety regulations in the labs. He outlined the main mechanisms and procedures that are in place to maintain safety, along with an explanation of the various safety signs and symbols commonly found in laboratories, and the classification of chemicals based on their hazards to mitigate potential risks.
The event also included an exhibition where Dr. Mohamed Turki Abdel-Samee from the Biology Department and Dr. Omair Al-Qahtani from the Chemistry Department showcased the essential safety equipment available in the laboratories of different departments. They demonstrated the correct use of these tools and distributed informational brochures highlighting the key safety symbols and the hazards of different substances.
Around 60 students from various departments attended the event, expressing their satisfaction with the opportunity to learn about the essential safety precautions in laboratories. At the end of the event, participating faculty members guided the students on a tour of selected laboratories, showcasing the safety precautions in practice.
