<< Back to Product List

Laboratory Safety v2.0

Source PCCAL, University of Bath ISBN: 1 84211 016 0 Versions Available Internet Programmer Mandy Gilbert Subject Specialist Dr Steve Moss

Summary Screen shot from the package The package covers basic laboratory safety, without examining specific hazards. It is appropriate for first year students to study before attending any practical classes and as a refresher for older students. It includes safety signs, basic first aid in the laboratory and the handling of equipment. A section on fire is also presented, illustrating how fire arises, how it may be prevented and what to do should a fire arise.

Contents Introductory Topics Personal Code of Safety Safety Signs and Colours Handling Glassware Dispensing Liquids First Aid: Introduction, Cardiac Massage and Artificial Respiration First Aid: Wounds, Dressings and Fractures First Aid: Electric Shock, Wound Shock and Unconsciousness First Aid: Burns and Poisoning Handling General Equipment Autoclaves Centrifuges Heating Baths Compressed Gases Fire Safety The Theory of Fire Fire Prevention Extinguishing Fires