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Biology Laboratory Safety

Biology Laboratory Safety. Presented by the Natural Sciences Department. General Laboratory Safety. Know the locations of laboratory safety features including: Fire extinguishers Fire blankets Emergency exits Safety Shower Eyewash Station Fume hoods. General Laboratory Safety.

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Biology Laboratory Safety

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  1. Biology Laboratory Safety Presented by the Natural Sciences Department

  2. General Laboratory Safety • Know the locations of laboratory safety features including: • Fire extinguishers • Fire blankets • Emergency exits • Safety Shower • Eyewash Station • Fume hoods

  3. General Laboratory Safety • When using Bunsen Burners in the laboratory, never lean over or around flame • Keep materials close-by and your work station organized • Do not leave personal items in active lab space (backpacks, laptops, etc) • Store these items on side benches and cabinets

  4. Chemical Hygiene • Before leaving the laboratory, wash hands thoroughly with antimicrobial soap • DO NOT EAT, DRINK, CHEW GUM, OR APPLY COSMETICS IN THE LABORATORY • If a lab break is permitted, have a snack & discard in trash bins OUTSIDE of the laboratory

  5. Chemical Handling • Label all working solutions & never use unlabeled chemicals • Use funnels to transfer chemicals & never pour solution back into a stock container • Never mix chemicals unless instructed to do so • Take extra care & follow instructions when handling hazardous chemicals (flammable, corrosive, toxic, reactive)

  6. Chemical Waste • Dispose of all chemical waste as instructed • If waste container is unlabeled, DO NOT USE IT • Do not discard of any chemical waste products in trash or drains • Do not mix chemical waste

  7. Dissections • While conducting dissections in lab, use nitrile gloves & dress appropriately • Do not use dull cutting tools • Place all specimen waste in the containers provided , do not discard of any material in the trash or drains

  8. Broken Glass • If glass breaks during a laboratory, use the dustpan & broom provided to clean it up • Discard of broken glass (ONLY) in glass receptacle provided in the lab • Small shards can be picked up with a wet paper towel & discarded in glass bin • Be careful and notify Lab Tech on duty for assistance

  9. Personal Protective Equipment • You may need gloves, splash-resistant goggles, and/or a lab coat to participate in certain labs • Follow directions from Instructor and Lab Manual • You will be asked to leave lab if you’re not dressed appropriately • Absolutely no open-toed shoes are permitted in lab • No short shorts or skirts • Tie back long hair & remove hanging jewelry

  10. No Open-Toed Shoes Hazards in a laboratory include chemicals, heavy equipment & sharps so cover your feet with hard-top shoes or sneakers…no Crocs!

  11. In Case of Emergency • In the event of an emergency or mandatory evacuation, follow directions from your Instructor, Lab Tech on duty and/or Public Safety • Do not attempt to clean a chemical spill or aid an injured person without notifying your Instructor • If you have a medical condition that may interfere with your participation in this course, notify your Laboratory Instructor immediately

  12. Accidents happen… but they are preventable!

  13. Enjoy your laboratory experience… When practiced safely,Biology laboratories are exciting, rewarding and fun! THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION

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