This course will entail the following content;
1. Introduction to Laboratory Practice
- Purpose and types of laboratories
- Roles and responsibilities of lab personnel
2. Laboratory Safety
- Safety rules and procedures
- Handling of chemicals and biological materials
- Emergency response and first aid
3. Laboratory Equipment and Instruments
- Identification and use of common lab tools
- Calibration, maintenance, and care
4. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Writing and following SOPs
- Documentation and compliance
5. Laboratory Management
- Planning and organization
- Inventory and supply management
- Budgeting and procurement
6. Quality Control and Assurance
- Accuracy, reliability, and validity in testing
- Internal and external audits
7. Waste Management and Environmental Safety
- Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Environmental protection regulations
8. Record Keeping and Reporting
- Data recording, storage, and retrieval
- Report writing and lab logs
9. Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Confidentiality, integrity, and lab ethics
- Teacher: Charles Kyalo