Lab techniques Flashcards
1
Q
what is a risk?
A
The likelihood of harm arising from exposure to a hazard
2
Q
what are some hazards in a lab?
A
toxic or corrosive chemicals
heat or flammable substances
pathogenic organisms
mechanical equipment
3
Q
How to prevent hazard, risks and control of risk in the lab?
A
Risk assessment
4
Q
What is involved in risk assessment?
A
identifying control measures to minimise the risk
5
Q
What are examples of control measures?
A
Using appropriate handling techniques
protective clothing and equipment
aseptic technique
6
Q
What are the methods and uses of linear dilution
A
They differ by an equal interval
0.1,0.2,0.3
7
Q
What are the methods and uses of log dilution
A
They differ by a constant proportion
10¬1, 10¬2, 10¬3
