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>> Hi, my name is Jaydeep
and I'm a fourth year bio major at CC Stanislaus.
And many of the bio classes we take, a major portion
of the course takes place in one of the labs just
like those down the hallway.
And because the lab component of these classes is
so significant we need to take time each semester to think
about and review lab safety information.
Even if you've taken numerous lab courses in the past,
it's still your responsibility to demonstrate
that you know important policies and procedures related
to lab safety every time you walk in the door.
Lab safety is a cooperative effort.
Our actions in lab don't just affect one or two people.
They have the potential to affect everyone in the room.
So, do your part and know your stuff.
This video and the accompanying tutorials are the cornerstone
or our lab safety education.
And completing them is a requirement in order
to stay enrolled in your class.
I'll be your guide as you learn about lab policies
and procedures from two angles.
In the first part we'll talk
about some general safety information
and the policies required by the university
and the biology department.
In the second part we'll get some specific safety equipment
in each lab that you need to know
about in case of an emergency.
Throughout the module are quiz questions
that will help you measure your comprehension
of the material being presented.
You must score 100 percent in all the questions
to satisfy the requirements of safety training.
But, don't worry, you can always go back
and retake anything you did not get right for the first time.
The goals have everyone in the class ready
to share the safety responsibility.
You ready?
Let's get started.
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>> The most basic part of lab safety is having access
to information about your surroundings.
In the lab, we have a right to know
about all chemicals we'll be exposed to.
This means all containers need to be labeled with the full name
of their materials and any hazard condition they possess,
such as flammable, corrosive, oxidizer and so on.
If something needs a proper label, take the initiative
to make sure it gets taken care of.
We consider the material
to be unattended once the class has left the area.
The flip side of the right
to know is the responsibility to know.
And as a student in the lab, you are expected
to read the labels carefully and take responsibility
for knowing what it is you're working with at all times.
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>> Additional information about chemicals
and other lab products is available in the form
of safety data sheets.
You can ask the biology department safety coordinator
to see any safety data sheet and they are required
to honor your request.
Unfortunately, safety data sheets are not available online
at this time.
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>> Once inside the lab, there are a lot of little things
to know and most of them are common sense.
First, no eating or open drinks are allowed in the lab.
So don't try to finish your lunch
at the lab bench, right before class.
If you bring a personal water bottle
with you it must be kept closed
and secured inside your backpack during lab.
Obviously, no smoking is allowed in the lab
since that is prohibited in every campus building.
Lastly, do not apply any makeup
or install contact lenses in any lab.
The general idea with all of these is to prevent the lab
from being exposed
to potentially hazardous combinations
of chemicals or spills.
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>> So you've left the rest of your lunch at home.
Extinguish your cigarette in an appropriate container and put
on your makeup before coming to class.
You're all set for lab right?
Well, not exactly.
You now need to make sure you dress the part.
First is the goggle policy, not to be confused
to the Google policy, which requires all cheating
to be done using Google.
No, not really.
Everyone must wear chemical splash goggles
with indirect vents as soon as anyone
in the class starts working with a hazardous material.
Goggles can be purchased from the bookstore.
If you wear glasses or contacts you must still wear goggles
over them because your glasses don't provide enough protection
for your eyes by themselves.
Wear goggles anytime you're working with anything
that can injury your eyes including flying particles,
laser light, UV light or electrical arcs.
If you are caught without your goggles while hazardous
materials are being used, you'll be told to leave the lab.
Don't make everyone stare and snicker at you
as you're forced to walk out of class.
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>> In addition to goggles everyone must wear lab
appropriate clothing.
Again, your common sense should prevail here.
Do not wear open-toed shoes such as sandals.
Closed-toe shoes are mandatory to protect your feet
from spills and other hazards.
Also, everyone must wear a lab coat
or apron whenever hazardous materials are being handled.
Don't think you're too sexy for a white lab coat.
Instead get your geek sheik on.
While long sleeve shirts
and long pants are not always mandatory your instructor might
require them on a case by case basis.
If they are required you must abide by that in order
to be allowed in the lab.
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>> Despite our best efforts accidents
and spills will happen.
The best way to minimize them is
to keep your lab area clean and uncluttered.
If something does spill tell your instructor
and then clean it up immediately.
Clean up water spills immediately to prevent any slip
or fall injuries as well as damage to adjoining rooms.
We don't the room underneath us to have a rainy day.
If you need a mop you'll find one in N-235.
If the spill is too large for you
to handle notify your instructor to call building facilities.
In the case of chemical spills dispose of left over chemicals
or contaminated paper towels in the appropriate containers
for liquid and solid hazardous waste.
These containers can be found in each lab.
Never dispose of hazardous materials in the trash
or pour chemicals down a sink drain.
What about broken glass?
Simple, put broken glass shards
into the tall broken glass box located in each lab.
Whatever the situation prompt action is essential.
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>> In every case of chemical spills dangerous equipment
failures and any injuries that occur
in the lab you must report them
to your instructor no matter how small.
The incident needs to be documented
on a standard incident report form,
even if its not life threatening.
Students who are injured in lab should go
to the student health center for medical evaluation.
If you or the injured person can't walk to the health center,
call the university police for an escort.
Finally, do not clean up blood.
No one in lab is allowed to deal with blood,
even if your lab partner is Edward from "Twilight"
and he's feeling a bit peckish.
If there's blood from an accident in the lab,
your instructor will call environmental health
and safety to come clean it up.
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>> A word of warning regarding injuries and medical care.
The university does not reimburse students for treatment
for injuries that occur in class or lab.
In other words, the university is not liable
for treatment costs and you'll have to go
through your regular physician
and health insurance for treatment.
Be aware that the treatment offered
by the student health center for lab injuries is very basic
and subject to limited hours of operation.
Nevertheless, you should inform your instructor
if you think your health may be adversely affected
by any class activity or if you think your state
of health might adversely affect the ability of the class
to perform an activity.
Depending on the situation your instructor might ask you
to consult with your doctor before being allowed
to continue in lab.
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>> One last bit of safety etiquette, don't be a jerk.
Inappropriate behavior in lab cannot
and will not be tolerated.
Remember lab safety is everyone's responsibility.
If you're acting foolishly or are disrupting class
or you're refusing to comply
with department safety features you will be told to leave.
Don't make the cops come and tase you.
That's not how you want to spend your 15 minutes of fame.
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