Laboratory first aid
laboratory safety what to do to avoid thermal burn?
practices : Flammable liquids should be handled in first aid
fume hood to prevent accumulation of Immerse in cool water for
1. Practice good personal hygiene.
vapors. 10 or 15 minutes.
2. Wash your hands after removing gloves, Heat guns and equipment capable of Use compresses if
before leaving the laboratory, and after igniting flammable vapors should not be running water isn't
handling a potentially hazardous material. used to heat flammable vapors. available.
Heating operations should not be Don't apply ice. It can
3. While working in the laboratory, wear
carried out by hand. Instead, a lab stand lower body temperature
personal protective equipment - eye and clamps should be used for this type and cause further pain
protection, gloves, laboratory coat - as of work. and damage.
directed by your instructor.
4. Know locations of laboratory safety what to do to avoid skin irritation?
showers, eyewash stations, and fire Wash hands after handling viable
extinguishers. materials, after removing gloves and
first aid
before leaving laboratory. Wash with plenty of tepid
5. Know emergency exit routes.
Separately wash clothing worn in the water for at least 15
6. Avoid skin and eye contact with
laboratory from other clothing. minutes using the closest
chemicals. available sink, safety
Avoid having long hair, loose
7. No horseplay will be tolerated. sleeves/cuffs, rings, bracelets, etc. in shower or drench hose.
8. Avoid eating and drinking inside the close proximity to open flames or when Remove any exposed
operating electrical machinery. clothing as well as any
laboratory
Keep exposed skin covered. jewelry.
9. Maintain clean workspace to prevent
contamination.
10. Assume that all chemicals of unknown
toxicity are highly toxic.
waste management:
Proper waste management in laboratories is extremely important, ensuring
that the environment, lab personnel, and the public remain safe. It also
helps to reduce costs and maximize efficiency. Proper waste management
ensures the safety of lab personnel, the environment, and the public also
proper disposal of hazardous waste prevents accidents and minimizes
risks. Effective waste management reduces costs associated with disposal
and cleanup.
what to do to avoid acid burn? summary
Wear a lab coat or apron
any time you work with
first aid
acids. Run cool water over the area for five to
Protect your eyes with safety 10 minutes. If minor (first degree or
goggles. less), apply burn cream and a sterile
Use acid-resistant gloves. bandage
Locate emergency showers, If more serious, seek medical
eyewash stations, and lab treatment, but if the burn is large or the
spill kit. victim appears to be in shock, call
Educate yourself on what to emergency immediately.
do in the event of a spill. Treat chemical burns with either acid or
alkaline
