- do 26 maart 2026, 14:00 – 16:00
The online webinar “Hazardous Substances in Collections” offers practical insights and a safe approach for professionals working with heritage collections that may contain hazardous substances such as asbestos, arsenic, or mercury. The session helps staff and volunteers at museums, archives, and heritage institutions recognize risks and act responsibly during storage, handling, and registration.
webinar on hazardous substances in collections
The webinar “Hazardous Substances in Collections” is aimed at professionals in museums, archives, and heritage institutions who work with objects containing hazardous or toxic substances. The online session explains how to identify substances such as arsenic, mercury, and asbestos and discusses how these substances can occur in old objects and books.
focus on safe handling and risks
The meeting will cover hazardous substances, the risks they can pose to employees and visitors, and the steps you can take to handle such collections safely. Quick scans, inventory, registration, handling, and guidelines for storage or disposal will be discussed.
aimed at collection professionals
This online webinar is intended for staff and volunteers at museums, archives, local history societies, and other heritage organizations involved in collection management and security. It offers tools you can apply immediately within your organization.
strengthen your knowledge about risks
Participants interested in learning more about handling hazardous substances in collections can gain practical tips and perspectives on safe procedures and risk reduction during this session. Click through to the event page and discover how this knowledge contributes to your professional development in collections management.
