Health And Safety Flashcards
1
Q
What are hazards in a lab
A
Toxic or corrosive chemicals, heat or flammable substances, pathogenic organisms and mechanics, equipment
2
Q
How can we reduce hazards created and minimise risks
A
Creating a risk assessment
3
Q
What’s risk definition
A
The likelihood of harm arising from the exposure to a hazard
4
Q
What are control measures
A
Include using appropriate handling techniques, protective clothing and equipment and aseptic technique
5
Q
What can present a hazard
A
Substances, organisms and equipment in a laboratory
