Unit 1.1.a.

Question 1

What are hazards?

Answer 1

Substances, organisms, and equipment in a laboratory can present a hazard

Hazards in the lab include toxic or corrosive chemicals, heat or flammable substances, pathogenic organisms, and mechanical equipment.

Question 2

What is a risk assessment?

Answer 2

Risk assessment involves identifying control measures to minimise the risk.

Question 3

What is a risk?

Answer 3

Risk is the likelihood of harm arising from exposure to a hazard

Question 4

What are control measurements?

Answer 4

Control measures include using appropriate handling techniques, protective clothing and equipment, and aseptic technique.