Laboratory Safety: Handling Glass Breakage
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What are the steps to be taken in any case of glass breakage?

Stop production, Isolate the affected area, Report the incident, Do not remove any materials/equipment, Sweep off the broken glass/chips, Put into plastic bags, Tie the bag, Put into empty unused carton box, Label the box with 'CAUTION! BROKEN GLASS', Inspect the cleaning, Waiting cue from manager to proceed

Who should be informed in case of glass breakage?

  • Production Executive (correct)
  • Food Safety Team Leader/QA (correct)
  • Warehouse Manager/Supervisor (correct)
  • All of the above
  • In the event of glass breakage, the box containing broken glass should be labeled with '_______! BROKEN GLASS'.

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    Handling Glass Breakage

    • All staff are responsible for following the procedure in case of glass breakage to ensure safety and prevent hazards.
    • Glass breakage applies to all types of glass and glass-like plastics, including lights, windows, sight glass, and mirrors.

    Procedure for Glass Breakage

    • Stop production in the affected area immediately.
    • Isolate the affected area to prevent further damage or injury.
    • Report the incident to Production/QA Executive and other relevant personnel.
    • Do not remove any materials or equipment from the area until the incident is resolved.
    • Sweep off broken glass or chips, and place them in plastic bags, tying the bag securely.
    • Place the bag into an empty, unused carton box.
    • Label the box with "CAUTION! BROKEN GLASS" to alert others.

    High-Risk Areas for Glass Breakage

    • Office areas
    • Production areas with sight glass or mirrors
    • Warehouses with toilet windows and mirrors

    Personnel to Inform

    • Production Executive
    • Food Safety Team Leader/ QA
    • Warehouse Manager/Supervisor
    • Executive

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    This quiz covers the proper procedures for handling and disposing of broken glass in a laboratory setting to prevent health and safety hazards.

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