LABORATORY SAFETY Flashcards
source of danger which can be defined as “a condition or situation that exists in the work environment that could result in physical harm, injury and/ or damage”.
Hazards
“the likelihood of a hazard causing harm”
Risks
“the degree of likelihood that harm will be caused”
Risks
relates to exposure to the danger
Risks
What are the 6 hazards?
- Biological
- Physical
- Ergonomic
- Chemical
- Radiation
- Psychological
Managing risk means _________________
Managing risk means __________________
Managing risk means ______________
Managing risk is all about __________opportunity and ____________ threats
forward thinking
responsible thinking
balanced thinking
maximizing
minimizing
This process provides a framework to facilitate more effective decision making
risk management
Identifying and understanding the risk points
Analyzing risks
Assess based on probability and severity/impact
Evaluating risks
Pick the highest risk and decide how to mitigate them
Controlling risks
Check if the mitigation is effective
Monitoring risks
Systematic approach to identify hazards, evaluate risk, and incorporate appropriate measures to manage and mitigate risk for any work process or activity.
Risk assessment
minimum infection prevention practices that apply to all patient care, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status of the patient, in any setting where healthcare is delivered.
Standard Precautions
How often must the risk assessment be reviewed?
- At least once every 3 years;
- After an accident;
- When there is significant change in work processes, introduction of new machinery or chemicals;
- Information on safety technology or requirement made known
Application of safety and containment measures to minimize or prevent exposure from infectious agents to the person handling it in the lab, building occupants and the environment
Biosafety
