General Laboratory Etiquette Flashcards
Safety Rules and Regulations
What is the first guideline for using the laboratory?
Read carefully all the labels inside the laboratory and do not displace any materials that are to be found in the working benches.
What information should be clearly labeled on all materials?
The name, date, and any other applicable information.
What should be kept off the working benches while conducting experiments?
Personal items such as backpacks, mobile phones, laptops, and unnecessary books.
How should the surfaces of the working benches be treated at the beginning and end of each laboratory period?
They must be disinfected using 70% alcohol or 10% bleach.
What should you do before taking consumable materials from other groups?
Obtain permission and replace what you have used.
What should be done with biohazardous fluids before disposal?
Autoclave liquids and broth cultures to decontaminate them.
How should chemicals be disposed of?
Properly, using designated containers to prevent environmental contamination.
How should items contaminated with microorganisms be disposed of?
They must be autoclaved before disposal or washing, and solid waste materials must be placed in a biohazard bag and autoclaved before disposal.
What should be done with chemicals, reagents, media, and cultures after each session?
They should be returned to their appropriate places.
What is required to ensure cleanliness before leaving the laboratory?
The laboratory, including the floor, must be clean, and laboratory stools must be kept under the tables.
