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What is the first step one should take during an emergency situation?
What is the first step one should take during an emergency situation?
- Stay calm and assess the situation (correct)
- Provide first aid to injured individuals
- Evacuate the laboratory immediately
- Call emergency services
What should be done if there is a hazardous chemical spill?
What should be done if there is a hazardous chemical spill?
- Wait for someone more trained to handle it
- Inform the faculty and evacuate promptly (correct)
- Try to clean it up immediately
- Use up all available safety equipment
Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety procedure?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety procedure?
- Informing faculty of the incident
- Providing first aid if trained and safe
- Using elevators during a fire evacuation (correct)
- Evacuating using designated routes
What actions may be taken if a student breaches safety rules repeatedly?
What actions may be taken if a student breaches safety rules repeatedly?
Where should fire extinguishers be located in the laboratory?
Where should fire extinguishers be located in the laboratory?
In which situation is it necessary to contact emergency services?
In which situation is it necessary to contact emergency services?
What is the purpose of established safety protocols during incidents?
What is the purpose of established safety protocols during incidents?
What should individuals do before providing first aid?
What should individuals do before providing first aid?
What should be done with all waste after a laboratory activity?
What should be done with all waste after a laboratory activity?
What should a student do if they encounter any lost or damaged items during the laboratory activity?
What should a student do if they encounter any lost or damaged items during the laboratory activity?
Which of the following actions is NOT required after the conduct of a laboratory activity?
Which of the following actions is NOT required after the conduct of a laboratory activity?
What is the purpose of completing the laboratory notebook after an activity?
What is the purpose of completing the laboratory notebook after an activity?
What should students do immediately after an accident, fire, or chemical spill in the laboratory?
What should students do immediately after an accident, fire, or chemical spill in the laboratory?
What is required to finalize the Laboratory Damage Form in case of breakages or losses?
What is required to finalize the Laboratory Damage Form in case of breakages or losses?
What should not be done with recyclable materials after a laboratory activity?
What should not be done with recyclable materials after a laboratory activity?
What action should be validated before leaving the laboratory?
What action should be validated before leaving the laboratory?
Study Notes
After Conducting a Lab Activity
- Waste Disposal: Dispose of all waste according to lab procedures.
- Equipment Cleanup: Clean and return all equipment to its designated storage location.
- Work Area Cleanup: Wipe down work surfaces and equipment with appropriate cleaning agents.
- Personal Belongings: Collect all personal belongings and remove items not belonging in the lab.
- Lost or Damaged Items: Report any lost or damaged items to the faculty.
- Lab Notebook: Complete the lab notebook with all relevant data, observations, and conclusions.
- Lab Notebook Review: Double-check the completeness and accuracy of the lab notebook.
- Accidents or Near-Misses: Document any accidents or near-misses in detail and report them to the faculty.
- Faculty Feedback: Review all feedback provided by the faculty for future improvement.
- Safety Concerns: Assess any issues or safety concerns encountered during the lab activity and make suggestions for improvement.
- Safety Updates: Participate in discussions regarding updates to safety procedures or protocols.
- Waste Confirmation: Ensure that all waste has been properly disposed of and no hazardous materials remain.
- Recycling: Sort and process all recyclable materials according to the lab’s recycling protocols.
- Lab Room Closure: The faculty-in-charge should close and lock the laboratory room doors after use.
- Ceiling Fans: Turn off all ceiling fans before leaving the laboratory.
- Evening Classes (4:30PM to 7:30PM): Plug off all exhaust fans and ensure all windows are properly closed.
Breakages, Damages, and Losses
- Damage Report: Students must complete three copies of the Laboratory Damage Form, signed by all group members.
- Faculty Signature: Students must obtain the signature of the faculty-in-charge on the form, returning it to the Laboratory Staff.
- Replacement Materials: Students have one week to replace broken, damaged, or lost materials with the same specifications.
Accidents, Fire, or Chemical Spills
- Immediate Reporting: If an accident, fire, chemical spill, or other incident occurs, report it immediately to the faculty-in-charge, laboratory staff, or laboratory head.
- Incident Report Form: Students must complete the Incident Report Form.
- Faculty Signature: Students must obtain the signature of the faculty-in-charge and return it to the Laboratory Staff.
- Meetings and Inquiries: Students should attend meetings and inquiries regarding the incident as needed.
Safety and Emergency Procedures
- Emergency Response: In case of emergencies, remain calm, assess the situation, evaluate the severity, and inform the faculty, lab head, or lab technician immediately.
- Safety Protocols: Adhere to established safety protocols according to the type of incident (chemical spills, electrical issues, or fires).
- Evacuation: Evacuate the laboratory immediately if the situation poses a serious risk (e.g., fire, hazardous chemical spill). Follow designated evacuation routes and assembly points. Do not use elevators during a fire evacuation.
- First Aid: Provide first aid to injured individuals if you are trained and it is safe to do so. Avoid moving severely injured individuals unless necessary for safety.
- Safety Equipment: Use safety equipment as needed: fire extinguishers (located near the doors), laboratory shower, and eyewash station.
- Emergency Services: Call emergency services if the situation requires professional medical or fire assistance. Provide detailed information about the location and nature of the emergency.
- Bureau of Fire Protection: 02-7116927
- Red Cross Hotline: 02-87902300
- Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital: 02-87163901
- Sta. Mesa Police Station: 02-87154124 / 0998-598-7908
- PUP Medical Services Department: local 385 / 312
- PUP Security Office: local 320
Other Policies
- Additional Policies: Additional policies may be introduced as situations arise, prioritizing the best interests of the CS Laboratory.
- Safety Rule Breach: A serious breach of any safety rules or laboratory policies may result in immediate removal from the laboratory. Repeated violations (three or more occasions) will result in disciplinary action and potential impact on student grades.
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This quiz covers essential procedures to follow after conducting a lab activity. It includes waste disposal, equipment cleanup, and proper documentation of data and safety concerns. Mastering these steps is crucial for maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment.
