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labman g7 Laboratory Safety Flashcards

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refers to a set of practices, protocols, and regulations designed to ensure the safety and well- being of individuals working in or around laboratory environments.

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Laboratory Safety

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it is a structured framework that outlines the policies, procedures, and responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of individuals in a laboratory.

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Safety Management Plan

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Identifies potential workplace risks, evaluates their severity, and prioritizes actions to mitigate them.

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RISK ASSESSMENT AND HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

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Establishes clear guidelines for safe operations, equipment use, and emergency responses.

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SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

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Ensures workers are well-informed through regular training on safety protocols and procedures.

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TRAINING AND EDUCATION

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Includes detailed response plans for crises like fires, chemical spills, or medical emergencies.

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

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Involves regular evaluations and updates to ensure ongoing safety compliance and effectiveness.

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CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

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Sets safety standards, allocates resources, and fosters a safety-first culture.

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MANAGEMENT

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Implement day-to-day safety measures, conduct inspections, and address violations.

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SUPERVISORS

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Adhere to safety policies, report hazards, and participate in training.

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EMPLOYEES

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Manage site-specific safety programs, perform audits, and coordinate incident investigations.

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DESIGNATED SAFETY OFFICERS

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it refer to any potential risks or dangers that can cause harm to individuals working in a laboratory setting.

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Laboratory Hazards

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Risks associated with exposure to harmful chemicals

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Chemical Hazards

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Dangers from exposure to biological materials that can cause infections or illness.

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Biological Hazards

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Risks arising from physical sources that can lead to injury

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Physical Hazards

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Risks from exposure to radiation sources

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Radiologic Hazards

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Risks related to electrical equipment that can lead to shocks or fires.

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Electrical Hazards

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Risks of fire or explosions from certain chemicals or I conditions.

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Fire and Explosion Hazards

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Risks that harm people and the environment due to improper waste management or exposure

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Environmental Hazards

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a set of practices to reduce the risk of exposure to infectious agents in a laboratory setting.

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Standard Precautions

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Always wear gloves, goggles, lab coats, and other protective gear as required.

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WEAR APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

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Follow protocols for disposing of chemical, biological, and sharps waste.

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DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY

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Wash hands before and after experiments and avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in the lab.

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PRACTICE PROPER HYGIENE

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Use equipment as instructed and regularly inspect for damages or malfunctions.

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HANDLE EQUIPMENT SAFELY

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Be aware of the location of safety showers, eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, and exits.

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UNDERSTAND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

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Keep incompatible substances separate and label all materials clearly.

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LABEL AND STORE CHEMICALS PROPERLY

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Measures taken to prevent accidents, injuries, and exposure to harmful substances in the laboratory

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Hazard Prevention

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removing the hazard. Make sure the hazard no longer exists.

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Elimination

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changing out a material or process to reduce the hazard

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Substitution

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reduce exposure by preventing hazards from coming into contact with workers.

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Engineering Controls

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change the way work is done or give workers more information by providing workers with relevant procedures, training, or warnings.

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Administrative Controls

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includes equipment worn to minimize exposure of workers to hazards

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Used to describe primary and secondary barriers for managing potentially hazardous material in the laboratory environment.

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Containment

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Direct protection of personnel and the immediate laboratory environment from the exposure to infectious agents

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Primary Containment

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Protects the environment external to the laboratory from exposure to infectious materials

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Secondary Containment

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The methods and procedures used to minimize risks.

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Laboratory Practices and Techniques

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Tools and devices designed to protect personnel and the environment.

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Safety Equipment

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Structural features that enhance containment

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Facility Design

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Used to describe a process or treatment that renders a medical device, instrument, or environmental surface safe to handle.

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Decontamination

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uses a physical or chemical procedure to destroy all microbial life.

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Sterilization

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uses a liquid chemical to eliminate virtually all pathogenic microorganisms

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Disinfection

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The application of a liquid antimicrobial chemical to skin or living tissue.

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Antisepsis

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Often a required step before sterilization or disinfection

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Cleaning

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A dependable method of sterilizing laboratory equipment and decontaminating biohazard wastes

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WET HEAT

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requires longer time and/or higher temperatures to achieve sterilization (160°-170°C for periods of 2 to 4 hours)

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DRY HEAT

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Used for surface decontamination and a decontaminate for liquid wastes prior to final disposal.

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LIQUID DISINFECTION

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Used in closed systems with controlled temperature and humidity conditions.

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VAPORS AND GASES

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Destroys microorganisms but is not a practical tool for laboratory use.

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IONIZING RADIATION

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Effectively destroy most microorganisms in air and water and on surfaces.

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NON-IONIZING RADIATION

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Is more complex compared to ordinary waste management.

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WASTE MANAGEMENT

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is essential to ensure safety, environmental protection, and compliance with regulation

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WASTE MANAGEMENT

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Waste should be sorted into designated containers based on its type.

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Segregation

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All waste containers must be clearly labeled to avoid mixed-ups.

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Labelling

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Follow specific guidelines for disposing of each type of waste, including using licensed waste disposal services.

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Disposal

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Whenever possible, recycle materials like glass and certain plastics.

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Recycling

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all disposal on waste tracking log to ensure evidence of correct waste management.

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Record

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Reduces the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.

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Health and Safety

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Minimizes pollution and conserves resources.

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Environmental Protection

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Adheres to local and national regulations, avoiding legal issues.

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Regulatory Compliance

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It involves collecting and labelling, transporting specimen in a way that maintains their integrity and complies with regulation.

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Packaging and Shipping

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is the process of preparing a product for storage, transportation, and sale.

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Packaging

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is a process of moving/delivering goods from one place to another.

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Shipping

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The container that’s in direct contact with the specimen, such as a tube or vial

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Primary receptacle

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Encapsulates the primary receptacle and includes cushioning

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Secondary packaging

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The shipping container

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Outer packaging

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To cause or to allow (a substance) to run or fall out of a container

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Spill

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Spillage of blood or other body fluids

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Biological Spill

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Acids, solvents, and other toxic chemicals

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Chemical Spills

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Liquid and Solid Contaminants

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Radioactive Spills

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PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO REDUCE THE RISK AND IMPACT OF FIRES, AND THE INJURIES AND DAMAGE THEY CAUSE

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fire safety

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store chemicals, fuels and other flammable substances in safe and well-ventilated area

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Proper storage of Flammable Materials

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ensure flammable waste

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Proper Disposal of Waste

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enforce strict no smoking areas, especially near flammable material

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no smoking policies

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materials containing pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or other microorganisms capable of causing disease

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Infectious Substances

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These are substances capable of causing permanent disability, life-threatening diseases, or fatal conditions.

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Category A

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These are substances that present a lower risk compared to Category A. The effects are typically less severe, and they are unlikely to cause life-threatening conditions.

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Category B

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These are materials collected directly, such as blood, tissue, or saliva, for diagnostic or research purposes.

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Patient Specimens

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Waste generated during medical procedures or research that may contain infectious substances.

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Medical Waste

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refers to the process of educating and equipping employees with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform their job safely, and effectively

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Personnel Training

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foundation of laboratory safety, especially when dealing with infectious substances

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Proper Training

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It should be structured, regularly updated, and customized to the specific hazards in the lab.

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Training Programs

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Provided when employees first join or take on new roles to familiarize them with protocols and hazards.

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Initial Training

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Regular updates or refresher courses to keep employees informed of new risks or changes in procedures.

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Ongoing Training

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Ensure personnel know how to report incidents or safety concerns

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Reporting Procedures

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Train personnel in spill response, containment, and cleanup of infectious materials.

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Emergency Preparedness

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Use written tests, demonstrations, or practical assessments to verify knowledge

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Assessments

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Keep records of training sessions, attendance, and certifications

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Documentation

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