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What is the first step to ensure laboratory safety before starting work?
What is the first step to ensure laboratory safety before starting work?
Complete required EHS training prior to beginning work.
What should you do before starting new laboratory processes or operations?
What should you do before starting new laboratory processes or operations?
Write Standard Operating Procedures and incorporate risk assessments.
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear when working with hazardous materials?
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should you wear when working with hazardous materials?
Gloves, a lab coat, and safety glasses.
How should you label chemical containers and hazardous waste containers?
How should you label chemical containers and hazardous waste containers?
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What is the importance of keeping aisles clear in the laboratory?
What is the importance of keeping aisles clear in the laboratory?
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Why is it important to store chemicals in appropriate storage locations?
Why is it important to store chemicals in appropriate storage locations?
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Who should you contact in case of a medical, police, or fire emergency?
Who should you contact in case of a medical, police, or fire emergency?
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What is the phone number to contact for minor medical issues at Yale?
What is the phone number to contact for minor medical issues at Yale?
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What type of eye protection is required when working with hazardous materials in a laboratory?
What type of eye protection is required when working with hazardous materials in a laboratory?
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What additional protective gear is required when directly handling hazardous materials?
What additional protective gear is required when directly handling hazardous materials?
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Why is it important to wear proper protective clothing in a laboratory?
Why is it important to wear proper protective clothing in a laboratory?
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What is the recommended footwear in a laboratory?
What is the recommended footwear in a laboratory?
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Who should you contact for environmental health and safety concerns at Yale?
Who should you contact for environmental health and safety concerns at Yale?
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What is the importance of wearing proper protective clothing and footwear in a laboratory?
What is the importance of wearing proper protective clothing and footwear in a laboratory?
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What are some factors that can contribute to accidents in the laboratory?
What are some factors that can contribute to accidents in the laboratory?
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What should you do if you identify an unsafe condition or action in the laboratory?
What should you do if you identify an unsafe condition or action in the laboratory?
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Why is it important to be alert and focused when working in the laboratory?
Why is it important to be alert and focused when working in the laboratory?
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What is the purpose of scanning the QR code on the laboratory safety poster?
What is the purpose of scanning the QR code on the laboratory safety poster?
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What is the role of Yale Environmental Health & Safety in promoting laboratory safety?
What is the role of Yale Environmental Health & Safety in promoting laboratory safety?
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What is the importance of wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous materials?
What is the importance of wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous materials?
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What is the primary reason for wearing safety glasses in the laboratory?
What is the primary reason for wearing safety glasses in the laboratory?
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What should you wear when working with hazardous materials in the laboratory?
What should you wear when working with hazardous materials in the laboratory?
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Why is it important to wash your hands thoroughly when leaving the laboratory?
Why is it important to wash your hands thoroughly when leaving the laboratory?
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What should you remove before leaving the laboratory?
What should you remove before leaving the laboratory?
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Why is it important to dress properly in the laboratory?
Why is it important to dress properly in the laboratory?
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What should you avoid bringing into the laboratory?
What should you avoid bringing into the laboratory?
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What is the importance of scanning the QR code provided?
What is the importance of scanning the QR code provided?
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What is the overall goal of following laboratory safety protocols?
What is the overall goal of following laboratory safety protocols?
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Study Notes
Laboratory Safety Rules
- Complete EHS training prior to starting work, found at www.yale.edu/training
- Familiarize yourself with the University's Chemical Hygiene Plan, Biosafety Manual, and Radiation Safety Manual (ehs.yale.edu)
Planning and Preparation
- Incorporate risk assessments when planning experiments
- Write Standard Operating Procedures before starting new processes/operations
- Plan for emergencies and know the location of emergency equipment (eyewashes, showers, spill kits, fire extinguishers, and fire pull stations)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear PPE and appropriate apparel (clothing that covers legs, closed-toe shoes, safety glasses)
- Wear gloves and a lab coat when working with hazardous materials
- Use the PPE hazard assessment tool to determine additional PPE requirements
Laboratory Operations
- Do not work alone with highly hazardous materials or operations
- Label all chemical containers, including oil/water baths and squirt bottles
- Label all hazardous waste containers with full chemical names and "hazardous waste"
- Ensure containers are capped when waste is not being added
- Keep aisles clear and do not block access to emergency equipment or exits
- Store chemicals in appropriate storage locations, avoiding floors and keeping storage outside cabinets to a minimum
Emergency Contacts
- 911 for medical, police, or fire emergencies
- 203-785-3555 for Yale Environmental Health & Safety
- 203-432-0123 for Yale Health – minor medical issues
Additional Safety Reminders
- Food and beverages are not allowed in the laboratory
- Remove personal protective equipment and wash hands before leaving the laboratory
- Be alert and avoid working when tired or alone with hazardous materials
- Always be aware of unsafe conditions and report them to your supervisor or lab manager
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Learn about the essential safety rules and procedures to follow in a laboratory setting, including EHS training, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness.
