Biochemistry Lab Safety Guidelines

False (B)

<p>Add acid to water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>properly labeled</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect the wearer's clothes from splashes, chemicals, and other contaminants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Remove it immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent accidental ingestion or transfer of chemicals to other parts of the body or to other objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Give the person water immediately. If the chemical is an acid, give them milk to drink. If the chemical is an alkali, give them diluted acetic acid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hand with corrosive damage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clear exits and passageways allow for safe and quick evacuation in case of an emergency, and they prevent accidents or falls due to obstructed paths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pick up broken glass with a broom and dustpan, then dispose of it in a designated sharps container.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Laboratory safety symbols are used to quickly and easily communicate potential hazards to people working in the lab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In a designated area where it can cool and be shielded from contact. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>First, wear appropriate protective gear, such as gloves and a lab coat. Then, use an absorbent material to soak up the spill and place it in a designated chemical waste container.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pyrex glassware is designed to resist heat and thermal shock, making it suitable for use in heating processes. Regular glassware can crack or shatter when exposed to sudden temperature changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examples include heating elements, Bunsen burners, test tubes, beakers, flasks, glassware, and metal objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Working with live cultures poses a risk of infection if not handled properly. Accidental exposure can lead to illness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Detergents are used to sterilize surfaces, equipment, and glassware to kill microorganisms and reduce the risk of contamination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Practices to prevent accidents and injuries in labs.

Materials that can cause health issues or damage.

Wear a closed, clean lab coat knee-length at all times.

Avoid eating, drinking, smoking in the lab.

Follow specific steps when working with chemicals.

Never leave hot items unattended, point away from people.

Never use broken or chipped glassware in a lab.

Keep electrical equipment dry and free of flammables.

Basic procedures for managing injuries in the lab.

Never taste or smell substances in the lab.

Always wash hands after working with materials.

Open only under supervision to avoid contamination.

Substances that can cause death through various exposures.

Substances that can ignite easily and burn.

Substances that destroy soft tissues upon contact.

Handle live or preserved specimens with care.

Never leave a lit burner unattended; keep away from flammable items.

Know the names and functions of equipment before use.

Return unused materials to their proper locations safely.

Always use holders for handling hot test tubes.

Ensure all glassware is clean before use to avoid contamination.

Use detergents to sterilize after working with specimens.

Ensure Bunsen burner hoses fit tightly to prevent leaks.

Always turn off power switches before plugging appliances.

Practices to ensure safety while working in a lab setting.

Understanding the dangers of materials in the lab before use.

Correct methods to handle laboratory materials to prevent accidents.

Children are strictly forbidden in the laboratory environment.

Eating, drinking, or applying cosmetics is prohibited in labs.

Mandatory wear of a closed, clean lab coat at all times.

Open shoes or sandals are not allowed in the laboratory.

Walking, not running, is required in the laboratory.

Exits and passageways in the lab must be kept unobstructed.

Work only with approved materials assigned during training.

Damaged apparatus must be removed immediately to prevent injury.

Reagent bottles should never be left unattended on the floor.

Washing used apparatus is essential before leaving the lab.

Washing hands after laboratory work to maintain cleanliness.

Materials that can harm health, property, or the environment.

Symbol indicating materials that can cause death or injury.

Inflammable substances must be stored away from flames and heat.

Always use holders to manage hot test tubes safely.

Always use Pyrex for heating to prevent breakage.

Add acid to water, not the other way around to prevent reactions.

Ensure surroundings of electrical equipment are dry and clean.

Ensure glassware is clean and unbroken before use to avoid contamination.

Treat live animals gently and always wash hands after use.

Specimens for dissection should be supported and secured during cutting.

Detergents should be used to clean benches and glassware after use.

Never pick up broken glass with bare hands; use proper tools instead.

Visual symbols indicating potential hazards in the lab environment.

Immediately wash burns with water and seek proper treatment.

Rinse mouth with water if toxic chemicals are swallowed.

Understanding and following lab safety protocols is crucial.

Recognizing and managing risks associated with biological specimens.

Always cool down hot materials before transporting to avoid burns.