LABORATORY SAFETY
LABORATORY SAFETY Laboratory safety is a vital component of functioning of all laboratories. Laboratory safety can be ensured by: 1. Proper handling of pipette, syringe and needle, specimen container, tube etc. 2. Proper use of clothing, limiting access of unauthorized persons in laboratory and dealing appropriately with laboratory accidents. 3. Proper decontamination of a. Skin, b. Cuts, c. Clothing, d. Work surface. 4. Taking preventive measures against laboratory infections. Laboratory safety measures are aimed to protect workers, patients and microbial cultures. Following measures should be taken: 1. Ensure adequate sterilization before washing materials or disposing waste. 2. Provide proper receptacle with disinfectant for contaminated glassware, disposable 3. Provide safety hood 4. ...