Microbiology is a hands-on laboratory class. You will be doing many laboratory activities which require the use of potentially hazardous bacteria and chemicals. Safety in the microbiology laboratory is #1 priority of the instructor and the student. To ensure a safe microbiology laboratory, a list of rules has been developed and provided to you in this student safety contract. These rules must be followed at all times. Colthing
Accidents and Injuries
Handling Bacteria and Chemicals
Handling Glassware and Equipment
Heating Substances
Disposal
MSDS
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Yes No If so, list specific allergies: AGREEMENT I, (Print your name) have read and agree to follow all of the safety rules set forth in this contract. I realize that I must obey these rules to insure my own safety and that of my fellow students and instructors. I will cooperate to the fullest extent with my instructor and fellow students to maintain a safe lab environment. I will also closely follow the oral and written instructions provided by the instructor. I am aware that any violation of this safety contract that results in unsafe conduct in the laboratory may result in being removed from the laboratory and/or receiving a failing grade. I also agree not to hold the instructor or the institution responsible for any personal injury caused by violation of the rules of this contract.
What is the purpose of wiping the laboratory bench top with disinfectant before you begin to handle cultures?what is the purpose of wiping the laboratory bench top with disinfectant before you beign to handle cultures? -To provide a clean and dust free surface to reduce the chances of contamination of cultures or lab personnel.
What information is provided by sampling the surface immediately after treatment with disinfectant?What information is provided by sampling the surface immediately after treatment with disinfectant? This informs the user about the immediate effectiveness of their disinfection technique and the disinfectant itself.
What are some of the aseptic techniques observed in the microbial handling in the laboratory?Aseptic Technique. No eating, drinking, or smoking in the laboratory.. Wear a disposable lab coat to protect your clothing from contamination. ... . Always wash your hands before and after handling microorganisms.. Wear disposable gloves and safety goggles when handling cultures.. Why is it important that you disinfect your work area both before and after working with bacteria?Why should you decontaminate your work area prior to beginning lab work? To prevent the potential transfer of microbes to you and your experiment. While removing a clean glass culture tube from its box, you accidentally drop the tube, and it shatters on the floor.
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