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Which of the following is NOT a basic laboratory safety rule?

  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Follow specific safety rules for different processes and equipment. (correct)
  • Dispose of hazardous waste properly.
  • Know the locations of safety showers and eyewash stations.

Which of the following should be addressed by laboratory specific SOPs?

  • Knowing the locations of safety showers and eyewash stations.
  • Following basic laboratory safety rules.
  • Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Specific processes, equipment, and materials. (correct)

What is the purpose of laboratory specific safety rules?

  • To avoid accidents in the laboratory. (correct)
  • To provide behavior, hygiene, and safety information.
  • To dispose of hazardous waste properly.
  • To know the locations of safety showers and eyewash stations.

What are some examples of hazardous materials or processes in a laboratory?

<p>Chemicals and equipment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to know the locations of safety showers and eyewash stations?

<p>To avoid accidents in the laboratory. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a basic laboratory safety rule?

<p>Not following behavior, hygiene, and safety information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of laboratory specific safety rules?

<p>Using laboratory specific SOPs for specific processes, equipment, and materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to know the locations of laboratory safety showers, eyewash stations, and fire extinguishers?

<p>To avoid accidents in the laboratory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be addressed by laboratory specific SOPs?

<p>Using laboratory specific SOPs for specific processes, equipment, and materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be followed in every laboratory that uses hazardous materials or processes?

<p>Not following behavior, hygiene, and safety information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Laboratory Safety Rules

  • Basic laboratory safety rules are essential to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Not wearing open-toed shoes is a basic laboratory safety rule.
  • Eating or drinking in the laboratory is NOT a basic laboratory safety rule.

Laboratory Specific Safety Rules

  • These rules address specific hazards and procedures in a laboratory.
  • Examples of laboratory specific safety rules include handling of biohazardous materials, use of radioactive materials, and disposal of hazardous waste.
  • Laboratory specific safety rules are designed to minimize risks associated with hazardous materials or processes.

Hazardous Materials and Processes

  • Examples of hazardous materials or processes in a laboratory include chemical agents, biohazardous materials, and radioactive materials.
  • These materials or processes can pose physical, chemical, or biological hazards to laboratory personnel.

Importance of Knowing Safety Equipment Locations

  • Knowing the locations of safety showers, eyewash stations, and fire extinguishers is crucial in case of emergencies.
  • This knowledge enables quick response to accidents, minimizing the risk of injury or further harm.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Laboratory specific SOPs address specific hazards and procedures in a laboratory.
  • These SOPs must be followed in every laboratory that uses hazardous materials or processes.
  • SOPs ensure consistency and reproducibility in laboratory procedures, minimizing the risk of accidents.

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