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What are the 8 dangerous goods under TDG?

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1- explosives
2-gasses
3-flammable and combustible liquids
4-flammable solids
5- oxidizers
6-poisonous and infectious 
7- radioactive materials
8-corrosives
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What are TDG staff responsible for?

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1- identifying and classification

2-packaging

3-documentation

4-transportation

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How often do TDG card expire?

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3 years- ground

2 years- air

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What is the first and largest classification of dangerous goods?

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I) Exempt human specimens

Urine, blood, tissues

Not known or expected to contain disease causing organisms

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What is the second class of dangerous goods and what does it encompass?

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Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Category A: Infectious Substance

Specimen identified as containing or suspected of containing viable disease. Agar plates & bacterial cultures

Hanna virus, rabies, polio, Ebola, agar plates

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What is the UN number for Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Category A:Infectious Materials?

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UN 2814

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What is class 6.2 category B?

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Dangerous goods class 6.2 category B: Biological substance

Identified as containing or is suspected to contain a specific viable diseases related bacterial cultures

HIV, hep C, herpes, salmonella

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What is the UN number for Dangerous Goods Class 6.2 Category B: Biological Substance?

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UN 3373

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What labels are required for exempt human specimens?

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Label stating EXEMPT HUMAN SPECIMEN

no additional documentation

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What labelling/documentation is required for Class 6.2 category A?

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Label stating TDG Class 6.2 Category A: Infectious Substance UN2814

plus ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION

  • date
  • carrier
  • from and to address
  • description of dangerous goods: infectious substance affecting humans, class 6.2, UN2814
  • emergency contact
  • consignee signature
  • carrier signature
  • consignor signature
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What labelling/documentation is required for class 6.2 category B?

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Label saying TDG Class 6.2 category B: biological substance UN3370

No additional documentation required

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What are the packaging requirements for exempt human specimens?

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1- primary leak proof container (ie tube of blood)
2- absorb and material (can be insert to hold many samples)
3-leak proof second container (envelope)
4- sturdy canvas bag or cardboard box

(OPEN BOX IF DRY ICE)

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What is the required packaging for class 6.2 category A?

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1primRy leak proof container
2- absorbent material
3- leak proof secondary container (HARD SIDED WITH RUBBER SEAL)
4- CORRUGATED cardboard box

*Agar plates must be taped shut

Containers must have TDG certificate of Registration

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What are the packaging requirements for class 6.2 category B?

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1-primary leak proof container
2- absorbent material
3-leak proof ENVELOPE
4-cardboard box

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What is the limit to how much dry ice that can be shipped?

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Cannot be greater than 5kg

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What is the UN number for Dry ice?

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UN 1845

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How is dry ice packaged?

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In own container, left OPEN to prevent gas build up

Labeled as “Dry ice as Refrigerant” by road or rail

Labeled “dry ice as refrigerant” UN1845 by air

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What are the packing requirements for air transport?

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  • all outer containers must be cardboard
  • in addition to normal documentation, airway bill is required
  • all species must be packaged to avoid shifting
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What are the requirements for transporting radioactive materials?

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(Covered under atomic energy act
Small a,lungs may be transported (like 24hr schillings test)

Label must state RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL, EXCEPTED PACKAGE, UN 2910, LIMITED QUANTITY

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How long do you flush eyes for at eyewash station? How long do you flush at drench shower?

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15 mins (Luke warm water)

21
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What maintenance is involved with the eyewash station and emergency drench shower?

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Activate weekly

Yearly inspection by Licensed person

Complete documentation of all maintenance, kept for years

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What is the maintenance required on spill response kits?

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Inspection monthly by JHSC or health and safety rep.

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What is in spill response kits and where are they located?

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Near to chemical use areas

Proper PPE

  • absorbent materials
  • powder forms
  • neutralizers
  • Mercury spill kits
  • disinfectant
  • forceps
  • broom
  • waste disposal
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What are some lab first aid requirements?

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Easily accessible kits

Trained first aid in every shift

JHSC inspection of kit (materials scale to amount of lab employees)

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What are 4 general lab safety Rules?
Follow manufacturer use and safety instructions Preventative maintenance carried out as required by manufacturer All manufacturer documents and instructions must be kept- entire life of instrument +2 years Preventative maintenance must be documented and kept
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What are some centrifuge safety precautions?
Wait for complete stop Balance cups Cap samples AND cups Follow preventative maintenance and decontamination schedule
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What are some safety precautions for using water baths?
Regular inspection of plug, cord - prevent shock - prevent contamination through regular cleaning schedule (PHENOLIC DETERGENTS BC METAL) - unplugs before filling or emptying - temp checks
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What are some safety precautions for using mixers, blenders, sonicators, and grinders?
Use covers, etc Always use bio safety cabinets Follow manufacturers instructions Preventative maintenance Disinfect after each use
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What are some safety precautions for using pipettes?
Always place in disinfectant solution after use If using glass pipettes with infectious materials, use in class 2 bio safety cabinet- then HORIZONTALLY in pan of disinfectant
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What are some safety precautions for using automated analyzers?
Ensure reagents are handled and stored properly Check that all parts are in place before use Use plastic safety shield NEVER REMOVE SAFETY GUARDS disinfect before moving, shipping, etc Verify that waste lines are properly placed and be sure to empty waste containers to avoid overflow Never overfill sample cups Put safety covers into place
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What are some safety precautions for using microtomes?
Make sure microtomes is in locked position Handle knives by handle only Avoid distractions during use Never use fingers to remove Sterilize knives and section flattening devices after use by autoclaving
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What are some safety precautions for using electrophoresis equipment?
Make sure it's properly grounded Should be equity with interlock that disrupt flow when opened Ensure no leaks Keep away from traffic Display warnings of high voltage Decontamination and preventative maintenance
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What are some safety precautions for using flame photometers?
Make sure tubing is securely attached Chain gas when in use Frequent inspection of tubing, hoses, connections, joints
34
What are some electrical hazards?
-ignition source especially when next to combustibles Cause burns, muscle contractions, defibrillation Fatal
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What are some safety precautions for electrical hazards?
Be aware of outlets Be aware of fuse box Do not ever use outlets Use a THREE pronged plug Use licensed electricians If electrical equipment is wet, shut off fuse before fixing If equipment begins smoking or emitting burning smells, shut off breaker Do not place cord in foot paths Use electrical fire safe extinguishers (halon, CO2, dry chemical)
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What are some precautions for handling extremely cold materials?
Wear insulated gloves Extensive exposure to freezers can cause hypothermia- minimize freezer exposure
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What are some precautions for handling extremely hot materials?
Wear heat resistant gloves Handle with care Ensure autoclaved items have time to cool
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What are 5 characteristics of compressed gas hazards?
Can explode if heated or damaged Breakage can cause rocket or frag bomb Sudden release of high pressure may puncture skin or create embolisms Can cause oxygen deficiency if leaking Create toxic, flammable, or corrosive atmosphere
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What are some concerns and precautions used while dealing with pressure?
Glassware is sensitive to pressure and should be taped if being subjected to pressure
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What are some problems that may occur if ergonomics aren't implemented?
``` Musculoskeletal disorders Fatigue Repetitive motion injuries Monotony- errors Biomechanical stress- aches Eye strain ```
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What are the main factors contributing to injuries?
Awkward positions or postures Static positions Repetitive movement Amount of force needed to be applied

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