Laboratory Safety
Laboratory Safety
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American Chemical Society R.A.M.P Guidelines
American Chemical Society R.A.M.P Guidelines
R - Recognize the Hazards
R - Recognize the Hazards
Think of hazards associated with the equipment and chemicals.
Equipment Example: The Bunsen Burner is very hot and could cause burns.
Chemical Example: Sodium Hydroxide is corrosive and could cause serious eye damage.
How to Read MSDS FlinnSci
A - Assess the Risks of Hazards
A - Assess the Risks of Hazards
How to Read MSDS FlinnSciThink about how you will come in contact with the given material and the results of that exposure. Common methods of exposure is found below:
Inhalation (breathing)
Absorption (skin contact)
Ingestion (eating)
You should assess each of the hazards you recognized is the first step.
M - Minimize the Risk of Hazards
M - Minimize the Risk of Hazards
Before the Lab:
Think of what you can do to minimize the risks associated with the materials used in the experiment. Evaluate all chemicals, equipment, and procedures and identify ways to minimize the risks that are present.
Each hazard stated in Steps 1 and 2 need to be minimized.
Equipment Example: We will not get close to the Bunsen Burner flame and monitor the flame closely.
Chemical Example: When we are using sodium hydroxide, we will wear safety goggles to protect our eyes.
During the Lab:
You will follow are laboratory safety procedures in addition to the techniques stated in this section. This includes wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
P - Prepare for Emergencies
P - Prepare for Emergencies
Know how to respond to chemical exposure, spills, cuts, fires, burns, and other possible incidents.
See your Laboratory Safety Contract for more information.
Emergency Preparation
Exits and Emergency Drills
Recommended Safety Equipment
Emergency Response
Special Considerations in the Laboratory
Broken Glassware
Fire
Spills
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