Microbiology for Health Sciences Laboratory

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Microbiology for Health Sciences Laboratory

• Laboratory Safety

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BEFORE EACH LAB

• MUST COME PREPARED FOR EACH LAB
• By reading the material before coming to lab
• Knowing the dangers associated with each lab
• Knowing the proper ways of using materials
  provided for lab exercise
• Knowing all the protective measures you must use
  during lab exercise

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PERSONAL PROTECTION

• Restrain long hair
• Wear shoes that enclose your entire feet

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

• Know where all the exit doors are located
• Know where the fire extinguisher is located
• Notify instructor immediately for any spills or
  broken glassware.
• Report all accidents, injuries, and close calls
  immediately to instructor.

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GOOD LABORTORY ETIQUETTE

• Follow all instructions
• Do not play in laboratory
• Do not use any laboratory equipment until you are
  told to do so
• Do not perform any laboratory procedure until you
  are told to do so

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GOOD LABORTORY ETIQUETTE

• Do not bring food or beverages into the
  laboratory
• We are working with microorganisms and you do not
  want them to contaminate your food or drink
• You will have points deducted from your test if
  you are caught eating or drinking
• Do not apply cosmetics in the laboratory
• Restrain loose clothing and jewelry
• You must wear a LABORATORY COAT when working with
  microorganisms

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BEFORE LEAVING THE LABORATORY

• Clean your workbench with disinfectant at the
  beginning and at the end of each laboratory
  exercise
• Wash your hands with soap and water