IN THE LOOP

Working Safely with your Lab Oven

and Lab Incubator

When using lab ovens and incubators, safety precautions must be

taken to avoid sample contamination and thermostatic equipment-
related accidents such as overheating, fire, explosion, and injuries.

FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING

THERMOSTATIC EQUIPMENT IN THE LAB:

Proper Equipment
Correct Power Source Regular Maintenance
Location
Ensure the equipment is away Know the equipment’s power Schedule unit calibration/
from flammable materials and requirement. It must have validation regularly to check any
has adequate air ventilation. unobstructed access to the power abnormalities or malfunction,
Do not lift using the door or door source. including the accuracy of the
handle during installation. temperature read-out.

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CHLO CTANT
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DISIN

Hazard Assessment
Proper Cleaning Tips Before Operation
and PPE
Do not pour water directly into the Determine the right temperature Lab personnel should wear a
chamber. Avoid using chlorine- and length of time for a certain complete PPE and must be familiar
based detergents/disinfectants. application. with the proper operation.
Remove any chemical spills and For lab oven, preheat the chamber Have a pair of hot gloves near
residues immediately. prior to use. the oven for protection from hot
surfaces.

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