Risk Assessments

Question 1

To do a successful risk assessment before your experiment, what do you need to do?

Answer 1

Identify;
All dangers in equipment.
Who is at risk from dangers.
What can be done to reduce risk.

Question 2

How can equipment be dangerous?

Answer 2

Hazardous chemicals.
Microorganisms.
Naked flames.
Sharp objects.

Question 3

How can you reduce risk?

Answer 3

Wear lab coat/goggles/gloves.
Keep flammable chemicals away from naked flame.
Use aseptic techniques if dealing with microorganisms.