Lab Safety

Question 1

attendance

Answer 1

more than 2 unexcused absences result in failing the class

Question 2

excused absences

Answer 2

severe illness, hospitalization, need to isolate, jury duty, bereavement

Question 3

make-up

Answer 3

notify within 24 hrs, no make-up lab sessions

Question 4

handling of microbes

Answer 4

although most are nonpathogenic, handle all is if they are pathogenic with aseptic techniques

Question 5

attire

Answer 5

fabric lab coat
shoes that fully enclose feet
mask if sick/have symptoms

Question 6

lab safety rules 1-4

Answer 6

1. locate fire alarms/extinguishers, fire blankets, eyewash stations, telephones
2. familiarize yourself with plans for emergency evacuation of lab/building
3. do not eat, drink, chew gum (or pencils) in lab
4. do not apply make-up in lab

Question 7

lab safety rules 5-8

Answer 7

5. do not adjust, insert, or remove contact lenses in the lab
6. keep all unnecessary items (coats, backpacks, etc.) away from work area
7. tie back hair if long
8. do not sit on put feet on lab benches

Question 8

lab safety rules 9-12

Answer 8

9. disinfect work area before and after lab
10. clean and disinfect area contaminated by spills
11. use broom and dustpan to pick up broken glass and place into proper container
12. put all waste into appropriate containers

Question 9

lab safety rules 13-17

Answer 9

13. place chair under lab bench at end of lab
14. wash hands before leaving lab
15. tell instructor about all accidents/injuries, no matter how slight
16. follow all instructions carefully and ask if not sure about something
17. review these guidelines periodically

Question 10

labeling petri dishes

Answer 10

label on bottom of dish, around the edge with:
1. culture id
2. date
3. biol 108
4. group # or initials