labman g7 Laboratory Safety Flashcards
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.
Laboratory Safety
it is a structured framework that outlines the policies, procedures, and responsibilities for ensuring the health and safety of individuals in a laboratory.
Safety Management Plan
Identifies potential workplace risks, evaluates their severity, and prioritizes actions to mitigate them.
RISK ASSESSMENT AND HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Establishes clear guidelines for safe operations, equipment use, and emergency responses.
SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Ensures workers are well-informed through regular training on safety protocols and procedures.
TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Includes detailed response plans for crises like fires, chemical spills, or medical emergencies.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Involves regular evaluations and updates to ensure ongoing safety compliance and effectiveness.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Sets safety standards, allocates resources, and fosters a safety-first culture.
MANAGEMENT
Implement day-to-day safety measures, conduct inspections, and address violations.
SUPERVISORS
Adhere to safety policies, report hazards, and participate in training.
EMPLOYEES
Manage site-specific safety programs, perform audits, and coordinate incident investigations.
DESIGNATED SAFETY OFFICERS
it refer to any potential risks or dangers that can cause harm to individuals working in a laboratory setting.
Laboratory Hazards
Risks associated with exposure to harmful chemicals
Chemical Hazards
Dangers from exposure to biological materials that can cause infections or illness.
Biological Hazards
Risks arising from physical sources that can lead to injury
Physical Hazards
Risks from exposure to radiation sources
Radiologic Hazards
Risks related to electrical equipment that can lead to shocks or fires.
Electrical Hazards
Risks of fire or explosions from certain chemicals or I conditions.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Risks that harm people and the environment due to improper waste management or exposure
Environmental Hazards
a set of practices to reduce the risk of exposure to infectious agents in a laboratory setting.
Standard Precautions
Always wear gloves, goggles, lab coats, and other protective gear as required.
WEAR APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Follow protocols for disposing of chemical, biological, and sharps waste.
DISPOSE OF WASTE PROPERLY
Wash hands before and after experiments and avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in the lab.
PRACTICE PROPER HYGIENE
Use equipment as instructed and regularly inspect for damages or malfunctions.
HANDLE EQUIPMENT SAFELY
Be aware of the location of safety showers, eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, and exits.
UNDERSTAND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Keep incompatible substances separate and label all materials clearly.
LABEL AND STORE CHEMICALS PROPERLY
Measures taken to prevent accidents, injuries, and exposure to harmful substances in the laboratory
Hazard Prevention
removing the hazard. Make sure the hazard no longer exists.
Elimination
changing out a material or process to reduce the hazard
Substitution
reduce exposure by preventing hazards from coming into contact with workers.
Engineering Controls
change the way work is done or give workers more information by providing workers with relevant procedures, training, or warnings.
Administrative Controls
includes equipment worn to minimize exposure of workers to hazards
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Used to describe primary and secondary barriers for managing potentially hazardous material in the laboratory environment.
Containment
Direct protection of personnel and the immediate laboratory environment from the exposure to infectious agents
Primary Containment
Protects the environment external to the laboratory from exposure to infectious materials
Secondary Containment
The methods and procedures used to minimize risks.
Laboratory Practices and Techniques
Tools and devices designed to protect personnel and the environment.
Safety Equipment
Structural features that enhance containment
Facility Design
Used to describe a process or treatment that renders a medical device, instrument, or environmental surface safe to handle.
Decontamination
uses a physical or chemical procedure to destroy all microbial life.
Sterilization
uses a liquid chemical to eliminate virtually all pathogenic microorganisms
Disinfection
The application of a liquid antimicrobial chemical to skin or living tissue.
Antisepsis
Often a required step before sterilization or disinfection
Cleaning
A dependable method of sterilizing laboratory equipment and decontaminating biohazard wastes
WET HEAT
requires longer time and/or higher temperatures to achieve sterilization (160°-170°C for periods of 2 to 4 hours)
DRY HEAT
Used for surface decontamination and a decontaminate for liquid wastes prior to final disposal.
LIQUID DISINFECTION
Used in closed systems with controlled temperature and humidity conditions.
VAPORS AND GASES
Destroys microorganisms but is not a practical tool for laboratory use.
IONIZING RADIATION
Effectively destroy most microorganisms in air and water and on surfaces.
NON-IONIZING RADIATION
Is more complex compared to ordinary waste management.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
is essential to ensure safety, environmental protection, and compliance with regulation
WASTE MANAGEMENT
Waste should be sorted into designated containers based on its type.
Segregation
All waste containers must be clearly labeled to avoid mixed-ups.
Labelling
Follow specific guidelines for disposing of each type of waste, including using licensed waste disposal services.
Disposal
Whenever possible, recycle materials like glass and certain plastics.
Recycling
all disposal on waste tracking log to ensure evidence of correct waste management.
Record
Reduces the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.
Health and Safety
Minimizes pollution and conserves resources.
Environmental Protection
Adheres to local and national regulations, avoiding legal issues.
Regulatory Compliance
It involves collecting and labelling, transporting specimen in a way that maintains their integrity and complies with regulation.
Packaging and Shipping
is the process of preparing a product for storage, transportation, and sale.
Packaging
is a process of moving/delivering goods from one place to another.
Shipping
The container that’s in direct contact with the specimen, such as a tube or vial
Primary receptacle
Encapsulates the primary receptacle and includes cushioning
Secondary packaging
The shipping container
Outer packaging
To cause or to allow (a substance) to run or fall out of a container
Spill
Spillage of blood or other body fluids
Biological Spill
Acids, solvents, and other toxic chemicals
Chemical Spills
Liquid and Solid Contaminants
Radioactive Spills
PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES TO REDUCE THE RISK AND IMPACT OF FIRES, AND THE INJURIES AND DAMAGE THEY CAUSE
fire safety
store chemicals, fuels and other flammable substances in safe and well-ventilated area
Proper storage of Flammable Materials
ensure flammable waste
Proper Disposal of Waste
enforce strict no smoking areas, especially near flammable material
no smoking policies
materials containing pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or other microorganisms capable of causing disease
Infectious Substances
These are substances capable of causing permanent disability, life-threatening diseases, or fatal conditions.
Category A
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.
Category B
These are materials collected directly, such as blood, tissue, or saliva, for diagnostic or research purposes.
Patient Specimens
Waste generated during medical procedures or research that may contain infectious substances.
Medical Waste
refers to the process of educating and equipping employees with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform their job safely, and effectively
Personnel Training
foundation of laboratory safety, especially when dealing with infectious substances
Proper Training
It should be structured, regularly updated, and customized to the specific hazards in the lab.
Training Programs
Provided when employees first join or take on new roles to familiarize them with protocols and hazards.
Initial Training
Regular updates or refresher courses to keep employees informed of new risks or changes in procedures.
Ongoing Training
Ensure personnel know how to report incidents or safety concerns
Reporting Procedures
Train personnel in spill response, containment, and cleanup of infectious materials.
Emergency Preparedness
Use written tests, demonstrations, or practical assessments to verify knowledge
Assessments
Keep records of training sessions, attendance, and certifications
Documentation
