What are the do's and dont's in a microbiology lab?

Answer 1

Lab Safety - Dos and Don'ts

LAB DOS AND DON'TS

LAB DOSLAB DON'TS

1. Know the location of all safety and emergency equipment used in the lab.

2. Know fire drill procedures and lcoations of all exits.

3. Know the location of the closest telephone.

4. Familiarize yourself with all lab procedures before doing the lab exercise.

5. Report ALL accidents, hazards or chemical spills to the instructor (no matter how small).

6. Keep you work area clean and clutter free.

7. Tie back all long hair and remove dangling jewelry during lab.

8. Always be sure that electrical equipment is turned in the "off" position before plugging it into a socket.

9. Handle all animals with care

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10. Use extreme care when handling sharp objects.

11. Dispose of all chemicals, broken glass and other lab materials into the proper containers as directed by the instructor.

12. When heating liquids in a test tube, alwayspoint the test tube away from other students.

13. Keep all materials away from open flames.

SO, here's another answer:

1. NEVER experiment on your own.

2. Do not eat or drink in the lab room at any time (other than permitted by instructor).

3. Do not chew gum or eat candy during lab exercises.

4. NEVER add water to an acid.

5. Do not wear contacts in the lab without proper eye protection.

6. NEVER smell, taste or touch chemicals.

7. NEVER work in the lab alone.

8. NEVER use electrical equipment around water.

9. NEVER mix chemicals before asking the instructor.

10. NEVER return unused chemicals to the original container.

11. Absolutely NO HORSEPLAY is allowed in the lab area!

12. NEVER leave the lab are without washing your hands.

DONT'S

1. Do NOT bring food or drink and eat in the lab (you don't want to eat chemicals that God knows how got into your hands, right?)

2. Do NOT put knapsacks, or any other big stuffs on the floor so that people can trip on it. Put them in your locker.

3. DON"T ASSUME! Ask if you don't know or even unsure about little thing. BEtter be safe.

4. Do NOT wear excessive jewelry. Keep them in your locker till lab is over.

5. DO NOT wear contacts in the lab, wear your glasses instead.

6. No horseplay please.

7. Do NOT drink the nearest solution when you're thirsty! Sounds stupid but it happens believe it or not

8. NEVER put back chemicals into it's container when you already took it out, take only what's necessary.

9. DON:T run inside the lab please, it'll increase chance of you bumping into a person with hydrochloric acid, big no no.

DO's

1. Always wear a lab coat: long armed, knee length, pop button so that when you catch fire, you can easily take it off.

2. For long haired people, tie your hair back! Don't want to catch fire when you bend forward or dip your hair into chemicals.

3. It's a good practice to wash your hands when you enter the lab and when you're about to leave the lab.

4. Know where the fire extinguisher, eyewash station, and MSDS (material safety datasheet)

5. Have one lab book, note down anything in there about your experiment such that anybody who reads it can reproduce that experiment. Be meticulous.

6. ALWAYS wear gloves when dealing with chemicals.

7. Wear goggles when dealing with glasswares and chemicals (we scientist do not have to look cool in the lab, it's not the purpose, better be safe than blind)

8. Read instructions!

9. LABEL stuff! You always want to know what's inside a container, even if it's just water.

10. Wear full clothing please: pants, tied shoes (no flats please for girls), make sure the shoes are fully covering your feet. Hey, I said it, scientists are geeks, no fashion involved.

11. Clean up after you're done please; put the glasswares into the dishwasher if your lab has one, throw away used slides (if instructed so, if not then wash well and air dry), etc.

Hope This Helps.. =]

-zarah =P

Answer 2

A few general rules of safety for when in a laboratory:

1. Wash your hands
2. Wear safety glasses
3. Tie (or clip) your hare back if it is longer than shoulder length
4. Always wear a lab coat or apron
5. Do not run
6. If a flame is unattended turn it to the 'Safety Flame' (Orange and easily visible)
7. Never sit down in an experiment as substances could be spilt and you may need to get away quickly
8. Do not mix things you don't know together
9. Do not leave cupboards or doors open for people to walk into

Answer 3

Guidelines for microbiology lab session: 1 Wear appropiate clothing and shoes to the laboratory. Shoes must comletely cover the feet to provide protection from broken glass and spills. 2 Place all books, backpacks, purses, etc., in an area designated by your laboratory instructor. Carry to your work area only the items you will use in the lab. 3 Wash your hands thoroughly with antimicrobial soap before beginning the lab session. 4 Wipe your work area with disinfectant, and allow to air dry before beginning the lab session. 5 Do not eat, drink, smoke, or apply makeup while working in laboratory. 6 Do not perform activties in the lab until you are given instruction by your laboratory instructor if you have any. 7 If you cut or burn yourself while working, report this immediately to the instructor or do first aid immediately. 8 Broken glassware should be placed in a special sharps container for dissposal and not in the trash container. 9 If using a Bunsen burner tie back long hair. Do not lean over the countertop. When in use always beaware of the flame, Keep flammable items away from the flame. 10 Before leaving the lab make sure all items have been returned to their appropiate location. 11 After your work area is clear, wipe out your countertop with disinfectant befor leaving. 12 Wash your hands thoroughly with antimicrobial soap before leaving the lab. 13 Do not remove any item from the lab unless you have been directed to do so by the lab instructor. NOTE: Always wear lab coat while working in lab or performing experiments.

Answer 4

do"s

1. Always wear a lab coat: long armed, knee length, pop button so that when you catch fire, you can easily take it off.

2. For long haired people, tie your hair back! Don't want to catch fire when you bend forward or dip your hair into chemicals.

3. It's a good practice to wash your hands when you enter the lab and when you're about to leave the lab.

4. Know where the fire extinguisher, eyewash station, and MSDS (material safety datasheet)

5. Have one lab book, note down anything in there about your experiment such that anybody who reads it can reproduce that experiment. Be meticulous.

6. ALWAYS wear gloves when dealing with chemicals.

7. Wear goggles when dealing with glasswares and chemicals (we scientist do not have to look cool in the lab, it's not the purpose, better be safe than blind)

8. Read instructions!

9. LABEL stuff! You always want to know what's inside a container, even if it's just water.

10. Wear full clothing please: pants, tied shoes (no flats please for girls), make sure the shoes are fully covering your feet. Hey, I said it, scientists are geeks, no fashion involved.

11. Clean up after you're done please; put the glasswares into the dishwasher if your lab has one, throw away used slides (if instructed so, if not then wash well and air dry), etc.

Answer 5

Do's and don'ts in a chemistry lab are pretty self explanatory. Some examples are do not eat in the lab, do pay attention to your experiment, and do not blindly mix chemicals.

Answer 6

Donts; ---- 1.Do not bring food or drink & eat in the lab

Answer 7

Do not bring food, drink, or other personal items into a food laboratory. You must always be clean and wash your hands frequently inside of a food laboratory and always wear a hair net.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Do's and Donot of chemistry lab