Laboratory Safety and Fire Extinguishers
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TYPES OF HAZARDS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHER ​ CLASS OF FIRE HAZARDS EXTINGUISHER TYPE A Ordinary combustibles -cloth, paper, plastics, and wood Water, dry chemical, and loaded ______.

steam

Safety in the clinical laboratory is fundamental quality management. The personnel should be provided with a secure environment with provisions on ergonomics, safety protocols, and proper ______.

disposal

HAZARDOUS WASTE These are substances which, singly or in combination, pose a significant threat or hazard to human health or to the environment and require special handling, processing, or ______.

disposal

Fume hoods are vital equipment in workstation to protect the laboratory personnel against inhalation of hazardous and toxic ______

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It is recommended that safety showers deliver 30-50 gal/min of water at 20-50psi. Poisonous vapors; Chloroform, methanol, carbon tetrachloride, bromide, ammonia, formaldehyde and ______

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Safety data sheets, which include the manufacturer’s information(name, address and contact number) properties of chemicals, health hazards, handling precautions, engineering and work practice controls and disposal procedures, should be readily accessible to laboratory ______

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Isopropanol and heptane are ______ incompatible

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Acids such as acetic acid and sulfuric acid are incompatible with ______

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Oxidizing agents such as halogens, nitrate/nitric acid, and potassium nitrate should be stored separately from carbone dioxide, chlorinated hydrocarbons, or ______

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For personal protective equipment to be protective, blood and body fluids should not penetrate the PPE ______

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Types of Hazards and Fire Extinguishers

  • Class A fires involve ordinary combustibles such as cloth, paper, plastics, and wood.
  • Fire extinguishing methods for Class A include water, dry chemical, and loaded ______ types.
  • Safety in clinical laboratories is crucial for quality management.

Laboratory Safety Protocols

  • Personnel should experience a secure environment emphasizing ergonomics and safety protocols.
  • Proper facilities are essential for avoiding occupational hazards in laboratories.

Hazardous Waste

  • Hazardous waste poses significant threats to human health or the environment, requiring special handling and processing.
  • Hazardous materials must be managed properly to minimize risks associated with their disposal.

Fume Hoods and Ventilation

  • Fume hoods are critical for protecting laboratory personnel from inhaling hazardous and toxic substances.
  • Common poisonous vapors include chloroform, methanol, carbon tetrachloride, bromide, ammonia, and formaldehyde.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

  • Safety data sheets contain essential information, including manufacturer details, chemical properties, health hazards, and handling precautions.
  • SDS should be readily accessible to all laboratory personnel for quick reference.

Chemical Compatibility

  • Isopropanol and heptane are considered incompatible chemicals.
  • Acids like acetic and sulfuric acids have specific incompatibilities, which must be respected to ensure safety.
  • Oxidizing agents such as halogens and nitric acid should be stored separately from incompatible compounds like carbon dioxide and chlorinated hydrocarbons.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • For PPE to be effective, it must prevent penetration by blood and body fluids.
  • Maintaining the integrity of PPE is vital in managing exposure risks in laboratory settings.

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Test your knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and fire extinguisher types with this quiz. Learn about the fundamental aspects of quality management, hazards, and the appropriate fire extinguisher types for different classes of fires.

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