Chemical And Biological Safety - Agilent 2100 Guia De Instalacion

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Chemical and Biological Safety

Chemical and Biological Safety

Toxic and hazardous solvents
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The handling of solvents and reagents can hold health risks.
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Pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples
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Handling and use of pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples and of
genetically modified organisms holds risks for health and environment.
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To operate the instrument safely:
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When working with solvents observe appropriate safety procedures (for
example, goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in
the material handling and safety data sheet supplied by the solvent
vendor, especially when toxic or hazardous solvents are used.
Ensure that all necessary safety regulations, guidelines, precautions and
practices are adhered to accordingly.
Consult the laboratory safety officer for advise on the level of
containment required for the application, and proper decontamination or
sterilization procedures to follow if fluids escape from containers.
Observe all cautionary information printed on the original solution containers
prior to their use.
Because leaks, spills, or loss of sample may generate aerosols, observe
proper safety precautions.
Instrument covers have not been designed as bioseals for aerosol or liquid
containment.
Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known
test offers complete assurance that they are free of micro-organisms. Some
of the most virulent – Hepatitis (B and C) and HIV (I-V) viruses, atypical
mycobacteria, and certain systemic fungi – further emphasize the need for
aerosol protection.
Always follow local state and federal biohazard handling regulation when
disposing of biohazardous waste material.
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