Safety In Labs Flashcards
Organisms or other materials that might be harmful to humans that can not touch skin. If that happens wash hands
Ex: bacteria blood fungi
Biological
Needs special procedures with certain chemicals and can not be thrown away in trash cans
Disposal
Can not touch skin by being too hot or cold wear special gloves and you need first aid
Ex: dry ice hot plates liquid nitrogen boiling liquids
Extreme temperatures
Can easily puncture skin. You need common sense and follow rules.
Ex: razor blades scalpels
Sharp object
Do not smell. Waft. Need a mask. Danger to respiratory tract.
Ex: moth balls ammonia
Fume
Danger from electrical shock or burn. Check wire conditions. Do not fix.
Ex: liquid spills short circuit
Electrical
Can irritate skin wear dust mask
Ex: pollen fiberglass steel wool
Irritant
Can destroy tissue wear googled gloves and apron and immediately flush area with water
Ex: bleaches sulfuric acid
Chemical
Poisonous and wash hand
Toxic
Open flame with hair and clothing avoid anything that can burn
Flammable
Can cause fire tie back hair take off loose jewelry always wash hands
Open flame