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Lab Safety Awareness forNon-Laboratory Personnel
Duke UniversityOccupational & Environmental Safety Office
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Objective
Potential Lab HazardsBiological Chemical RadiologicalPhysical Hazards
Emergency ProceduresSpill Procedures
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Hazard Signage(Biohazards)
Indicates that potentially infectious materials are utilizedDoorway sign may include the identity of the agent, the name & contact information of a responsible person, and any requirements for entry
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Hazard Signage(Chemical Hazards)
Chemical container labelsDoorwaysStorage cabinets
Hazard ClassesFlammablesCorrosivesReactivesPoisons
Chemical Hygiene Plan and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) available
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Office Products(i.e. toner, markers, Windex, air-fresheners)
May contain a hazardous componentif used according to label, should not pose a significant health risk to the user
Material Safety Data Sheets are not required
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Hazard Signage(Radiological Hazards)
Typically indicates the use of radioisotopes
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Physical Hazards
Wet floorsElectrical hazardsBurnsBack injuriesTrip hazardsUV lights (sunburns)Others…
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Lab Worker Responsibilities
Maintain a safe work area!Establish (and follow) safety protocols with all hazardous materials
Includes entry and exit requirementsSegregate regulated (hazardous) waste from regular trashMake decisions on the proper handling of spillsCommunicate potential lab hazards to any non-lab personnel (i.e. housekeepers, visitors)
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Non-Lab Worker Responsibilities(when entering a lab)
Enter labs only when necessary, preferably when lab personnel are presentReview hazard warning signage, and follow any noted entry requirementsDo not hesitate to ask questionsNotify lab staff of any concerns (i.e. spills)Wash hands before exiting lab if you have touched anything
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Non-Lab Worker Responsibilities(when providing maintenance services)
Speak with a laboratory representative about the potential hazards
Get a Hazardous Work Permit thru OESO: 684-8822
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Non-Lab Worker Responsibilities(when providing housekeeping services)
Wear gloves when pulling trashPull the trash bag and replace with new oneNotify lab representative when inappropriate waste disposal is found (i.e. sharps in regular trash)Don’t hesitate to ask questions!
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Exposure Procedures
Wash the affected area with soap and waterExcept for eye exposures (flush using eyewash)
Notify a responsible laboratory representativeMay need to clean up spill, or to implement some other emergency procedure
Notify your supervisorComplete Occupational Injury or Illness Form http://www.hr.duke.edu/forms/injury.html
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Emergency Procedures
For all emergencies, you may dial 911 for immediate access to Duke PoliceFind a laboratory representative
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Spill Procedures
Report identified spills immediately to a laboratory representative.Remove yourself from the area since the spilled material may be volatile and pose an inhalation risk to you.Lab representative will determine whether to clean-up spill or request “outside” help.
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Wash Your Hands!
Before exiting the lab and immediately if hands are believed to be contaminatedPerhaps the most effective way of preventing cross-contamination of work areasProven method for infection control
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OESO- Lab Safety Program
684-8822