Earthquake Safety Procedures

Fall 2013 Lab Safety Sheet Packet for Non-Micro Labs SAFETY RULES FOR ALL LABORATORIES IN THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT The laboratory is inherently hazardous and can be dangerous if appropriate safety rules and standards are not carefully followed at all times. Most of the rules are based on simple common sense.

1. Eye protection (safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, and/or face shields) must be worn by all persons in all laboratories whenever the potential for hazardous substances coming in contact with the eyes exists. The type of approved eye protection to use for specific types of hazardous substances will be determined by the course instructor. 2. EATING AND DRINKING ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE LABORATORY. Containers of food/drink should be kept in backpacks and not on benches. Poisoning is the obvious danger. Hands should be thoroughly washed before leaving the lab. Smoking is not allowed in any building on campus.

3. Never pipet by mouth. Always use a pipet bulb or pipetting aids.

4. No one may work in the laboratory in the absence of an instructor.

5. Responsible behavior is essential. The dangers of spilled acids and chemicals and broken glassware created by thoughtless actions are too great to be tolerated. Careless students may be asked to leave the lab. 6. Plan ahead. An understanding of experimental procedures will minimize careless mistakes. When in doubt, don't be afraid to ask the instructor for clarification about any of the procedures.

7. Use extreme care when handling any chemicals and bio-hazardous materials. Be aware of the specific hazards. Read the warning labels on all reagent bottles and waste containers.

8. Report all injuries and accidents to your instructor. In all but trivial accidents, an accident/injury report is to be made out. Report forms are available from the Biology Health and Safety Technician (ext. 3649). 9. Keep your work area neat at all times. Inform instructor of any spills or accidents. Clean up spills and broken glass immediately following safety instructions from instructor. Keep hazardous work materials at least 6 inches from the edges of the bench.

10. Know the correct waste collection procedures. Bio-hazard waste and broken glass should be placed only in the correctly labeled containers in the lab—never in the regular trash cans.

11. Be cautious when using an open flame. Confine long hair and loose clothing while in the laboratory. It may either catch fire or cause chemical spills. Clothes and hair are flammable. Do NOT leave an open flame unattended for any reason.

12. Sandals and open-toed shoes should not be worn in the laboratory because of the possibility of bio-hazard and chemical spills. It is strongly recommended that individuals, whose attire (e.g. shorts or short skirts) does not cover the legs, wear a full length lab coat or lab apron.

13. Note the location of the following safety devices (if present in your lab): Chemical Safety Shower Eye-wash station Fire extinguisher Your instructor will explain the proper use of these devices. In case of a chemical spill on your body or clothing, wash the affected area with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. In case of a bio-hazardous spill, soak area with germicide. Don't worry about ruining your clothing; it can be replaced. 14. Know the location of all exits in laboratory and nearest evacuation route (instruction signs are posted in hallways). Review Fire Emergency and Earthquake Procedures with your instructor. (Please turn over)

Gen Lab Safety Sheet Packet (Revised 1/2012) Fall 2013 Lab Safety Sheet Packet for Non-Micro Labs EMERGENCY PROCEDURES I. FIRE AND OTHER EMERGENCIES: 1. REMAIN CALM. 2. Inform instructor, DIAL 911 or direct someone to go and call 911 and describe location. Identify fire, source of fire, if safe to do so as soon as possible. 3. Use extinguishers for MINOR fires only. If fire cannot be controlled, close all doors to confine the fire if safe to do so and leave the area. 4. When you hear the EMERGENCY ALARM, evacuate the building immediately closing doors behind you. DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. Re-enter building only when told to do so by a public safety official or other emergency personnel.

II. EARTHQUAKE: DURING AN EARTHQUAKE 1. KEEP CALM. Don't run or panic. If you take the proper precautions, you will decrease your chances of being injured. If working with open flames, immediately turn them off. 2. STAY WHERE YOU ARE. Most injuries occur as people are entering or leaving buildings. 3. IF THE EARTHQUAKE STRIKES WHEN YOU ARE INDOORS, TAKE COVER UNDER A DESK, HEAVY TABLE, BENCH, OR AGAINST INSIDE WALLS OR DOORWAYS. Stay away from glass, windows, and overhead light fixtures. If you are in a laboratory, stay away from any hazardous materials that could spill and pose a hazard. 4. DO NOT USE MATCHES OR OTHER OPEN FLAMES EITHER DURING OR AFTER THE TREMOR. 5. IF THE EARTHQUAKE CATCHES YOU OUTSIDE, MOVE AWAY FROM BUILDINGS AND UTILITY WIRES. Move to an open area. Stay there until the shaking stops.

AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE 1. CHECK FOR INJURIES. Do not attempt to move persons who may be seriously injured unless they are in danger of further injury. 2. IF YOU DETECT A GAS LEAK, CALL 9-1-1. Also notify the building disaster coordinator so that an evacuation may be conducted. 3. EVACUATION OF BUILDINGS IS NOT AUTOMATIC. Evacuation will depend on surrounding circumstances, i.e., gas leak, fire or severe structural damage. Building evacuations should be conducted at the direction of Public Safety personnel or the building disaster coordinator. 4. IF BUILDINGS ARE EVACUATED, STAY OUT OF THEM UNTIL DIRECTED TO RE-ENTER BY EITHER A PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER OR A DISASTER OFFICIAL. 5. IF EVACUATION OF BUILDINGS IS NECESSARY, BE PREPARED TO LOCATE AND ASSIST ANY HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS. 6. EVACUATION GATHERING SITE FOR BUILDINGS 3 AND 8 IS THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE QUAD.

BUILDING 4 EVACUATION GATHERING SITE IS LOCATED ON GRASS AND PAVED AREAS JUST SOUTHWEST OF BUILDING 4 (NEAR THE GREENHOUSE 4A).

My signature on the Signature Sign-up Sheet certifies that I have read, understood, and agreed to follow these safety rules and procedures.

Exposure to Chemicals and Hazardous Substances

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This is to advise you that during the majority of the laboratory courses in the Biological Sciences Dept., you will be working with numerous chemicals and other hazardous substances. Some of these hazards have not been thoroughly investigated by the scientific community or chemical manufacturers for their effect on fertility, pregnancy or unborn fetuses. These chemicals or hazardous substances may also pose an increased health risk to individuals with compromised immune systems.

You should consult your own physician if you have any questions concerning the effect of any chemical or hazardous substance (as described in your Lab Manual/Lab Handouts) upon fertility, pregnancy, the unborn fetus or an individual with a compromised immune system.

For additional information regarding these chemicals and hazardous substances, the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available on-line or in the Biology Resource Center, Bldg 4, Room 4-2-557 and from our Health and Safety Technician, Anthony Beachler, in Bldg 4, Room 4-2-557 (Ext # 3649). Further information may also be found in the Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances or the Merck Index.

My signature on the Signature Sign-up Sheet certifies that I have read and understood the above information.

(NOTE: If this advisory sheet is not printed in your lab manual or course syllabus, please ask for and retain a copy for your records.)

Gen Lab Safety Sheet Packet (Revised 1/2012) Fall 2013 Lab Safety Sheet Packet for Non-Micro Labs Eye Protection Policy

Bio. Sci. Department Lab Courses

Safety Glasses Chemical Splash Goggles

Safety Glasses are worn when there is a potential for solid particulate matter getting into the eyes. Examples of lab Safety goggles are worn when using chemicals or other activities that require the use of this type of eye protection include hazardous substances that potentially could get into the eyes. but are not limited to: Examples of lab activities that require the use of this type of eye protection include but are not limited to:  Animal dissections  Handling live animals or plants with thorns  Handling liquid chemicals or solvents  Preparing microscope slides with minimum use of stains  Weighing out solid chemical powders and/or heating  Filtering solutions (especially under vacuum conditions)  Streaking culture plates using inoculating loops and flame  Heating solutions over a flame or hotplate  Handling/preparing glass tubing  Pouring hot agar into Petri dishes  Preparing microscope slides involving total immersion of slide in hazardous liquids and/or heating slide to dryness

Safety Glasses are provided in laboratories for use Chemical Splash (In-direct Vent) Goggles are to be purchased by students. Please be sure to leave safety glasses in by lab students. (Available in Campus Bookstore for about the lab for the next lab section. $5.00)

(NOTE: Chemical Splash Goggles can be used for procedures requiring only the Safety Glasses level of eye protection, if desired.)

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