The Medical Analysis Department at the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, continued its impactful training course titled “Medical Waste Management” with the fourth session held under the theme “Health and Safety Fundamentals: Best Practices for Risk Management.”
This session, held on May 12, 2025, featured a comprehensive presentation by Dr. Shaween Talabany, a valued academic staff member of the department. Dr. Shaween addressed a vital aspect of laboratory safety: First Aid in the Laboratory and Emergency Response.
In her presentation, Dr. Shaween outlined the essential first aid procedures every lab member should be familiar with, including how to respond to chemical spills, burns, cuts, and exposure to hazardous materials. She also emphasized the importance of having an accessible and well-equipped first aid kit in all laboratory environments and ensuring that staff and students are trained in basic life-saving skills such as CPR and emergency evacuation protocols.
The session included real-life case scenarios and practical demonstrations, encouraging active participation and discussion among the attendees. Students and faculty praised the session for its clarity, and relevance.
