SLC Kingston Campus Laboratory Safety Rules

LC Kingston Campus
LABORATORY
TY RULES
This is an important document. A faculty member and/or your coordinator will go through this
document as it pertains to your program annually. Each student must individually acknowledge
that they have downloaded, read and understood this document using the Blackboard link
provided by their program. Students will print and sign the Signature Form (at the back of this
document) indicating they have read and understood the rules. Students must ensure this
printed signed Signature Form is given to their coordinator. Every student must follow the
Laboratory Safety Rules as they pertain to everyone using the SLC Science Labs and the Labs at
the Kingston Human Society. Failure to obey the Laboratory Safety Rules can result in loss of
access to the facilities by the student at the discretion of the SLC employee witnessing the
infraction. This may also be reported to the Coordinator and Associate Dean of the School(s) as
necessary.

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Table of Contents
General Lab Rules............................................................................ page 3
Biohazardous Areas Rules................................................................ page 4
Disposal of Needles and Other Blood Collection Devices page 5
Waste Disposal Methods. page 6
Biohazard Spill Clean Up................................................................ page 7
Zoonosis................................................................page 8-9
Access to Labs.................................................................................. page 10-11
Wound Procedures........................................... page 12
Puncture Wounds from Known Biohazardous Substances.. page 13
Incident / Accident Reporting Procedure......................................... page 13
Safety Systems and Equipment........................................................ page 14
X-ray Safety....................................................................... page 14
Emergency Equipment and Procedures.. page 15

Fire & Evacuation Procedures.......................................... page 16

Miscellaneous Safety Procedures (Burns, Vapours).......................... page 17
Procedure for Chemic al Spills.................................................. page 18
Evacuation Procedure for Veterinary Surgical Rooms (RM. 00693 AND 00650)
page 19

Personal Safety (pregnancy, lenses, allergies, accompaniment to vehicle, accommodations)

page 20
Telephone Directory......................................................................... page 21
Signature Page.................................................................................. page 22
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General Laboratory Rules

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No eating, drinking or chewing gum in any lab area.

While in the lab, do not put anything in your mouth. e.g. labels, fingers, pens etc.
Long hair must be tied back.
Coats, bags, books and other materials NOT relevant to the labs will not be allowed
in the lab area.
Should you feel faint during any lab, do not attempt to leave the lab
unattended. Inform the professor or technical staff and ask for assistance.
Cell phone and other electronic devices are prohibited in labs except for emergencies
unless otherwise stated by the professor.
Lab coats will be provided and must be worn (buttoned up) in each lab. Empty your lab
coat pockets and hang it up at the end of the lab period.
Totally enclosed, low-heeled shoes (preferably with non-skid soles) must be worn in the
lab areas. Bare feet, open shoes, dress pumps (i.e. ballerina flats), Croc type clogs or
sandals are not allowed. Wearing shorts/skirts in the lab areas is not recommended.
Safety goggles/glasses and gloves will be worn in all labs where appropriate. It is
recommended that students handling animals or their bedding wear gloves. Students
must wear gloves when performing phlebotomy or handling blood or body fluids. See
notes on gloves in the section titled Biohazards.
Students must familiarize themselves with the hazardous properties of all the materials
used in the labs. Practice safe handling, storage, disposal and emergency procedures for
those materials.
Dispose of chemical and biological wastes in the appropriate containers (refer to page
6).
Non-biohazardous broken glass and other sharp objects must be discarded into
the appropriately labelled containers.
Students must familiarize themselves with the location and proper use of the safety
equipment in each lab as well as the emergency procedures and exit locations for each
lab.
Each student must clean glassware used during the lab. After removing labels, wash
both the inside and outside of the glassware with SPARKLEEN soap. Rinse ONCE WITH
TAP WATER, then 3 TIMES WITH DISTILLED WATER. Set to dry.
Put away all equipment as instructed when the lab is finished.
Benches and sinks must be wiped before and after each lab with
appropriate disinfectant as instructed.
Remove your lab coat then wash your hands in the designated hand washing sink
area before leaving any labs.
Students cannot sit in the hallways outside of the laboratory areas. Hallways need to
be kept clear so that materials can be transported to and from labs safely and also to
ensure that halls are clear for pedestrians and or exiting the building.
In microbiology labs, students are required to secure their own goggles for lab use.
Goggles must be disinfected at the end of each lab and stored in the lab.

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Biohazardous Areas
Labs which contain the following biological materials are considered to be Biohazard Labs:
A.
Blood or any blood products (plasma, serum, controls) screened or unscreened.
B.
Other body fluids and biological materials (urine, feces, pusetc.)
C.
Bacteria, fungi, parasitic organisms
D.
Non preserved tissues
E.
Cell cultures
In addition to the GENERAL LAB RULES, the following rules apply to BIOHAZARD LABS:
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Gloves must be worn when handling any biological materials containing blood or
blood products, clinical samples, unknown bacterial cultures or other soft tissue
materials. The gloves should be resistant to any chemicals being used in the
procedure. Gloves must be worn during all stages of phlebotomy training and during
subsequent collections.
-NON-LATEX GLOVES and/or NITRILE GLOVES are suitable for use with aqueous
solutions including blood, serum, and bacterial specimens. They will dissolve when
exposed to most organic solvents.
-VINYL gloves can be used for Histological staining procedures.
-POLYETHYLENE OR OTHER PLASTIC GLOVES should always be used if non-aqueous
reagents are used.
Note: Gloves must be worn at all times if your skin is NOT INTACT, e.g. cuts, broken
skin.
Consider used gloves as biohazardous waste. NEVER PUT USED GLOVES IN REGULAR
GARBAGE.
Keep all sample tubes upright and capped. Be sure not to contaminate the outer
surface. In the case of vacuum draw tubes, be sure no residual blood remains on the
top. Use spill disinfectant (red coded wash bottles) or alcohol wipes to clean any
suspect tubes.
Cap or seal all tubes being centrifuged.
To avoid creating aerosols do not pour biological samples. Use a pipette for transfers
and ensure that the outflow is against the side of the container and not directly on
the liquid surface.
Dispose of all biohazardous substances into appropriately labeled biohazard
containers. NEVER DISPOSE OF BIOHAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES INTO
REGULAR GARBAGE.

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Disposal of Needles and Other Blood Collection Devices

HUMAN BLOOD COLLECTION
If needles/sharps are being used for human phlebotomy skin prick procedures, they
should NOT be be recapped.
Phlebotomy syringes must never be placed in regular garbage. All used syringes must be placed
into the red or yellow safety approved needle disposal containers.
NOTE: Students in the MLS and MLA/T programs must have proof of immunization status for
Hepatitis B prior to beginning phlebotomy procedures on live patients. Immune status will be
confirmed by the Health Centre and made available to the Coordinator of each program.
Students may be deemed unable to attend the laboratory portion of courses if they fail to meet
this program requirement.
VETERINARY USE OF NEEDLES
For veterinary recapping needles after contact with animals should NOT occur. Exceptions are:
when working with large animals, uncooperative animals or minimally restrained animals or in
other circumstances in which there will be further risk of a needle stick exposure by not
recapping. Needles may be recapped using the one handed scoop technique described below.
Needles which have NOT been in contact with animal or human tissue, blood, or blood products
but require recapping to maintain sterility and safety may be recapped using a one handed
scoop technique.
One Handed Scoop Technique for Veterinary Use:
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Place cap on flat surface while sharp is in use. Slide sharp end into the cap opening
Scoop the cap up and over sharp end so it completely covers needle
Secure cap using one of the following methods
a.
Secure cap at base of cap and needle using thumb and finger of hand holding
syringe
b.
Press tip of plastic cap against an inanimate object until it is firmly seated
on needle.

NOTE: Never use two hands to begin the recapping process. All needles are disposed into the
red or yellow safety approved needle disposal containers. PHLEBOTOMY SYRINGES MUST
NEVER BE PLACED IN REGULAR GARBAGE. All used syringes must be placed into the red or
yellow safety approved needle disposal containers.

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Waste Disposal Methods

TYPE OF WASTE

METHOD OF DISPOSAL

Contaminated (gloves, Petri

dishes, intact and broken
contaminated test tubes etc.)

Large Floor Biohazard Bins (Orange/Red bags)

Contaminated sharps (slides,

Pasteur pipets, applicator sticks
etc.)

Bench Top Biohazard Bins (Orange/Red bags)

Contaminated needles, blood

collection devices, disposable
scalpels, razor blades,
microtome blades.

Red or yellow safety approved needle disposal container

Contaminated culture tubes

(with contaminated fluids)

Labelled test tube racks on side bench of lab. (Rm.11750,

11800) Ensure that screw capped tubes are loosened for
safe and effective autoclaving.

Biological fluids (urine, bloods

etc.)

Chemical disinfectant baths

Non preserved tissue

Bagged and placed in freezer

Non contaminated/ non-sharp

(paper towels)

Regular waste (Green or clear bags)

Non contaminated
sharps/broken glassware

Plain white floor buckets labelled Non contaminated

Broken Glass only

All biohazard waste MUST be discarded into the appropriate, leak proof waste container and
transported to the autoclave room (Rm 11835). Biohazard bins and lids must be wiped down
with spill disinfectant (red coded wash bottle) prior to transport. Students will be instructed on
the proper handling and transport techniques during their lab sessions.
NOTE: FOR CAMPUS BIOHAZARD WASTE DISPOSAL ENQUIRIES CONTACT GRACE WILDER
(MICROBIOLOGY) EXT. 1223 OR CELL PHONE #613-561-0642
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Biohazardous Spill Clean Up Procedures

If a biohazard spill should occur, e.g. a blood tube breaks or a microbiology broth tube spills:
A.

ON BENCHES OR FLOORS:

Protect the spill area from traffic.

Put on gloves.
Cover with paper towels to contain the material and avoid the formation of aerosols.
Soak the spill area with SPILL disinfectant.
Allow the soaked area to sit the required amount of time as per manufacturers
instructions.
Remove paper towels after the required time.
Wearing gloves, goggles and a lab coat, clean up area and place waste into
appropriate biohazard containers.

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ON CLOTHING/ LAB COAT:

If spill is on clothing remove the affected clothing (if appropriate) and see the Professor
or Technical Staff.

C.

ON BOOKS/ NOTES:

Contaminated books, notes, personal items etc. must be soaked using SPILL
disinfectant (red coded bottles) or autoclaved: disposal may be required.

NOTE: When working in a biohazard lab area, please remember to clean your bench area with
bench disinfectant before and after each lab period. At the completion of each lab period
please ensure Bench Disinfectant is applied to adequately provide a wet layer for the
manufacturers suggested minimum contact time. Do not wipe dry.

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Zoonosis
Zoonosis is defined as an infectious disease that is transmissible under normal conditions
from animals to humans and vice versa. Laboratory animals housed at St. Lawrence College
are specific pathogen free. The animals in the Cat/Dog colony at St. Lawrence College are
from unknown sources, but have received a health check and one set of vaccinations prior to
arriving.
Disease
Causative Agent
Hosts
Means of Spread
Brucellosis
B.canis
dogs
contact infected semen,
fetuses
Campylobacteriosis
C.fetus ,C.jejuni
dogs
ingestion
Leptospirosis
Leptospira spp.
rodents, dogs contact urine
contaminated soil and
water
Pasteurellosis
P.multocida
cats, dogs,
contact, bite wounds,
rabbits
inhalation
Pseudotuberculosis
Yersinia
rodents,
contact, contaminated
pseudotuberculosis
lagomorphs
food and water ingestion
Rat Bite Fever
S.moniliformis
rodents
Saliva, rodent bites,
ingestion
Salmonellosis
Salmonella spp.
Rodents,
ingestion, inhalation,
reptiles
contact
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Tetanus
Cl.tetani
dog, cat
Soil, bite wounds,
contaminated puncture
wounds
Tuberculosis
M.tuberculosis
dogs
contact, ingestion,
inhalation
Tularemia
F.tularensis
lagomorphs,
inhalation contact, tick
Rabbit fever
dogs
and insect bites,
ingestion of
contaminated food and
water
Rocky mountain
R.rickettsia
rabbits, dogs
tick bites: Dermacentor
spotted fever
spp
Rabies
Rabies virus
dogs, cats
bites; saliva contact
Coccidioidomycosis
Coccidioides immitis
dogs
inhalation of air-borne
spores; fungus present in
desert soil
Amebic dysentery

Entamoeba

dogs

contamination of food,

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Disease

Causative Agent
histolytica

Hosts

Giardiasis

Giardia intestinalis

dogs

Histoplasmosis

Histoplasma
capsulatum
Toxoplasma gondii

dogs

Ringworm,
dermatomycosis

Trichophyton spp.
Microsporum spp.
Other dermatophytes

dog, cat,
rodents,
rabbits

Cat Scratch Disease

Larval Migrans
Scabies
Psittacosi

Bartonella henselae
Toxacara canis/cati
Scabies Mite
Chlamydia psittaci

cats
dogs, cats
dogs
birds

Toxoplasmosis

cats

Means of Spread
usually by man (natural
host) to dogs
man is main reservoir,
ingestion of cysts in
contaminated water food
inhalation of fungi; may
also grow in soil
ingestion of oocysts from
cats; inhalation infected
meat; fetal transmission
may occur
direct contact, ringworm
of man can be
transmitted to animals
and visa-versa; soil may
be reservoir
bite/scratch
oral/fecal
direct Contact
inhalation of respiratory
secretions, droppings,
urine

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Access to Science Labs

A.

DURING NORMAL HOURS:

Labs are generally staffed between the hours of 8 am-4 pm (see posted
hours/semester) Monday through Friday. Labs will be kept locked when they are not in
use. Faculty must grant permission for assigned lab work performed outside of normal
timetabled lab time (see make up labs). Technical Staff members may grant short term
access as required. Students may not be alone in laboratory areas.

B.

MAKE-UP LABS:
Make-up labs must be approved by the Professor and then a mutually agreeable time
MUST be arranged with the Technical Staff in the area. The student must consult with
the Faculty/Technical Staff at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements to do
the make-up lab. (Note: Microbiology labs require a minimum of 48 hours for
culturing.) Students may not be alone in laboratory areas.

C.

VETERINARY LABS:
Veterinary tech/assistant students using the lab areas with permission can only be in a
lab outside of classroom time if they are in a minimum group of two people.

Access to Science Labs Outside of Regularly Scheduled

Time for MLS (K0134) and MLA/T (K0174) Students
Supervision and Attendance
Medical Laboratory Program courses are planned with the expectation that students are able
to gain sufficient competence in prescribed laboratory skills during regularly scheduled
laboratory periods. The MLS and MLA/T programs structures courses so that students have the
necessary opportunity to learn, and demonstrate their learning in a safe and supervised
environment using appropriate facilities and resources.
I. Direct Laboratory Supervision of Students Outside of Regularly Scheduled
Laboratory Periods (MLA/T and MLS)
MLA/T and MLS students requiring access to one of the science laboratories outside of their
regularly scheduled laboratory periods must make arrangements for this access, with their
faculty, prior to admittance. Faculty will communicate to the students, relevant support staff,
and to the designated supervisor 1) the planned lab activities in which the students will engage
and 2) the timeframe for which lab preparation & supervision is required. During any such
prearranged access, students will be directly supervised, at all times, by an identified
faculty/support staff person.

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NOTE: Direct supervision entails the presence of the identified faculty/support staff
person inside the lab where the students are working, or the presence of the
identified faculty/support staff person in the lab directly adjoining that. In the latter
case, the faculty/support staff person will ensure open access through the adjoining
door. Under no circumstances will a student be in a science laboratory alone.

IMPORTANT:
Phlebotomy is a Controlled Act. Collection of blood specimens must be directly supervised by
a CMLTO registered, practicing MLT who has phlebotomy listed as a specialty on their CMLTO
registration, or by another suitably trained MLA/T who has been specifically trained in, and
deemed competent in phlebotomy by a regulated health professional.
II. Attendance and Missed Labs (MLA/T and MLS):
It is MANDATORY that students attend and actively participate in scheduled laboratory periods
and clinical experience. In MLS and MLA/T courses containing a laboratory/clinical component,
missed laboratory/clinical time puts students at risk of not being able to demonstrate/be
assessed in the learning outcomes of the course. If absenteeism occurs, an acceptable
document of proof of reason for absence may be required. All competencies missed due to the
absence must be deemed demonstrated by the Instructor. Missed labs may result in a mark of
zero for the lab; therefore, persistent absenteeism will result in a non-continuance grade for
the course. Make up labs could occur in the evening and/or weekends. In order to cover the
cost of the new materials, support staff and Instructors time, there may be added cost incurred
by the student for making up practical lab activities. Any cost is determined at the end of the
semester by the Health Science Office.

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Wounds Procedures
In all severe cases: SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION ASAP. CALL 5555 (SECURITY) AND THEY WILL
ASSESS THE SITUATION AND CALL 911 IF NECESSARY. When in doubt call 5555.
A.
WOUNDS involving MAJOR BLEEDING (e.g. arterial laceration)
Control bleeding by direct pressure.
Elevate affected area.
Put the person at rest. Use
compression/ ice CALL 5555
immediately
Fill out an accident/incident electronic form.
B.
WOUNDS involving MINOR BLEEDING (e.g. needle injury, scrape, and cut)
Get to a sink.
Allow the wound to bleed freely.
Scrub with soap and water and rinse well under running water.
Stop the bleeding and apply a bandage.
Report this to the professor and they will fill out an electronic accident/incident form.
C.

WOUNDS involving ANIMAL BITE/SCRATCHES

Bites or scratches should be immediately washed with soap (preferably an
antiseptic soap) and running water.
Bites or scratches that result in bleeding should be thoroughly scrubbed as above for
at least 15 minutes.
After cleansing, a topical disinfectant and bandage should be used on the wound
to protect it.
Individuals should notify their supervisor. Depending on the severity of the wound,
individuals should seek medical treatment by reporting to the Health Centre or
Emergency Room.
There may be specific follow up depending on the animal source of the wound.
Report this to the professor and they will fill out an electronic accident/incident form.

NOTE: FOR BLOOD CLEAN-UP REFER TO BIOHAZARDOUS SPILL CLEAN UP PROCEDURES.

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Puncture Wounds from Known Biohazardous Substances

PLEASE NOTE DIFFERENT PROCESS:

PUNCTURES INVOLVING HUMAN BLOOD: Report the incident to your professor.

Students must visit the Campus Health Centre or a Hospital Emergency clinic to ensure
Ontario Medical Association standard procedures are followed which involves
testing/collecting all involved parties. Samples may be retained for Hepatitis/ HIV
testing. Fill out the electronic accident/incident form.
PUNCTURES INVOLVING INFECTIOUS MICROBIAL MATERIAL: Report the incident to
your professor. Students must visit the Campus Health Centre or a Hospital Emergency
clinic. Identification of the microbe will be necessary for proper treatment. Fill out the
electronic accident/ incident form.

Incident/Accident Reporting Procedure

INCIDENTS: Are happenings which have the potential to cause personal injury or cause damage
to the work area. In both cases, PROMPT reporting is necessary to prevent future accidents.
ACCIDENTS: Are happenings which cause personal injury which require first aid and /or medical
treatment.
REPORTING ACCIDENTS AND/OR INCIDENTS:
All accidents/incidents must be reported using the Security/Injury (E-Alert) Electronic Report
Form. The address is: Link to E Alert Access can also be found on the college main intranet site.
The Professors and Support Staff are responsible to ensure that these forms are filled in
correctly and e-mailed to Facilities Management. Follow the prompts within the system to
ensure proper reporting of the incident or accident. The appropriate Associate Dean and Health
Centre must also be informed of the occurrence via email.
Students on clinical or other work placement must have their faculty or coordinator report
incidents/accidents using the Security/Injury (E-Alert) Electronic Report Form to ensure
records of occurrences at placement. If security responds to the incident/accident they will fill
out the E-Alert.

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Safety Systems and Equipment

Anyone using hazardous substances is expected to know and follow the required safety
procedures. These are outlined in lab manuals and reinforced by Professors and Technical
Staff. The following safety materials are located in strategic locations throughout the science
lab areas and at the Humane Society labs.
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Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) is in effect at the College

and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Computer access to MSDS from any
computer: http:/www.stlawrencecollege.msdss.com
Dedicated Hand Washing Sinks
Eye Wash Stations
Fire extinguishers
Spill cleanup kits (Rm 11835, 00660)
Lab coats, gloves, specialized goggles/faceshields as required. Each student is to
purchase their own personal goggles.
Safety showers
Fire Blankets (Rm 11840, 11800, 11750)

Location and use of lab specific safety equipment will be demonstrated by professors. Students
should ensure they know the routes of EXIT for each of their labs in case of emergency.

X-Ray Safety
X-Ray safety rules follow provincial regulations of the Occupational Health and Safety Branch,
Ministry of Labour. A dosimeter will be assigned to each student. Students are required to wear
their dosimeter while taking X-rays (Either at the Kingston Humane Society or at St. Lawrence
College).
As per Ministry of Labour guidelines, no cassettes shall be hand held during an exposure. X-rays
will not be taken without the supervision of a trained staff/faculty member present. Protective
apron, gloves and a thyroid protector of at least 0.55 mm lead must be worn while taking an XRay. A record of radiographic exposures, including the date, kilovoltage, tube current and
duration of each exposure shall be maintained and kept for at least one year. Exposure reports
from the National Dosimetry Service (Health Canada) are maintained on file for a minimum of 7
years.

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Emergency Equipment and Procedures

Each student should be aware of the procedures to follow in the event of a fire, evacuation,
or other emergency. It is important that every student know the location and use of
emergency equipment, alarms and exits.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING:
In the event of a power failure, emergency lighting will switch on within a few seconds.
EMERGENCY LIGHTING ANIMAL ROOMS:
There are silent emergency lights located about the door of each animal room which will flash if
the fire alarms are activated.
TELEPHONES:
A telephone is available during regular hours (posted) in Rooms 11840, 00680, 00660, 00650,
and 11815 and within the animal ante rooms 00610, 00635, 00640, 00655, 00667. Emergency
phones are available in all labs. Dial 5555 in case of all emergencies. Contact information for all
technical support persons is posted at each phone for use in emergencies only.
ALARM BOXES:
Fire alarm pull stations are located beside each stairwell.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
Fire Extinguishers are located by the exit doors of the labs. The extinguishers are Class ABC;
this class is acceptable for most types of fires. They are intended to be used only on small fires
where there is no immediate danger of spreading and only if you have been trained and feel
comfortable using them.

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Fire & Evacuation Protocols

NO ALARM: VOICE OVER SYSTEM
An announcement with instructions for evacuation
IF A SMALL FIRE OCCURS IN THE LAB:
Promptly inform the Professor or Technical Staff.
Extinguish any open flames (Bunsen burners).
Unplug any electrical equipment you are using.
If warranted, pull the alarm and VACATE the building.
FIRE ALARM BELL: LEAVE IMMEDIATELY
Extinguish any open flames.
Unplug any electrical equipment you are using.
Vacate the building with your peers and professor.
DO NOT REMOVE YOUR LAB COATS OR WASH YOUR HANDS.
Stay in your group and away from other groups of students because you
are contaminated".
Only enter the building when told to do so by the FIRE WARDEN or when it is announced
on the public address system.
IF YOU FIND A FIRE IN A LAB: (you are passing by)
Pull the alarm.
VACATE the building.

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Miscellaneous Safety Procedures

MOST IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER: GET HELP from faculty or support staff!
1.

CHEMICAL BURNS: Flush with large amounts of water.

Safety showers are located in Rms 11840, 11800, 11820, 11830 and 00660.
These are activated by pulling the chain hanging from the ceiling. Use only when
ABSOLUTELY warranted as it will cause flooding. Eye wash stations are located in each
lab. Flush for 15 minutes and get medical attention.

2.

ELECTRICAL BURNS: DO NOT ENDANGER YOURSELF. Turn off the circuit breaker. The
breaker panel is located by the exit doors in most labs.
If possible, remove the person from the source of the current without endangering
other people.

3.

TOXIC VAPOURS: VACATE THE AREA SEEK ASSISTANCE!

NOTE: Do not move anyone with unknown injuries except when there is danger of further
injury. GET HELP. Do not leave the injured person alone any longer that is necessary to get
help. An injured person may faint or go into shock even when the injury appears minor. If you
cannot leave- SHOUT.
During regular posted hours, contact any Professor or Technical Staff in the area or
contact Security at 5555.
All incidents should be reported using the E-Alert electronic reporting system.

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Procedure for Chemical Spills

MOST IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER: GET HELP from faculty or technical staff!
A.

ACID OR BASE SPILLS:

Use appropriate spill kit
Small spills: neutralize and clean the area.
Large spills: vacate the room and get HELP (PROFESSOR OR TECHNICAL STAFF)

B.

SOLVENT SPILLS: (or Other Flammable Liquids)

Turn off all electrical equipment and vacate the area until the spill is cleaned up and get
HELP (PROFESSOR OR TECHNICAL STAFF)

C.

OTHER TOXIC CHEMICAL SPILLS:

Vacate the area immediately and get HELP (PROFESSOR OR TECHNICAL STAFF)

D.

CLASS D CHEMICAL SPILL: (Sodium, Potassium, etc.)

Cover with Class D compound.
Vacate the area immediately and get HELP (PROFESSOR OR TECHNICAL STAFF)

All incidents should be reported using the E-Alert electronic reporting system.
CHEMICAL WASTE DISPOSAL:
Discard the waste in the appropriately labelled container as instructed by the Professor or
the Technical Staff.

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Evacuation Procedure for Veterinary Surgical Rooms (RM. 00693 AND 00650)
A.

IF THE ALARM SOUNDS IN THE MORNING AND THE SURGICAL PATIENT IS NOT
ANAESTHETIZED:

Dogs should be leashed, and cats should be put into a carrying case and
everyone should vacate the College as soon as possible via the nearest exit.
Go far away from the crowds and the building.
If you deem that the situation is an immediate emergency do not evacuate any animals.
All personnel should vacate the College immediately.

B.

IF THE ALARM SOUNDS IN THE MORNING AND THE

SURGICAL PATIENT IS ANAESTHETIZED: (Rm. 00690 & 00693)

The Ward people will leash dogs and carton cats and vacate the College as described
above.
The Surgeon/ professor, and technologist(s) will continue with the surgery.
Karoline Machado or Sarah Hatfield will advise the team as soon as possible whether
or not to evacuate. If evacuation is necessary, the surgical patient will be disconnected
from the anaesthetic machine and carried to safety by the surgical team.
Technical staff will advise the Professor as soon as possible whether or not to
evacuate. If evacuation is necessary, the anesthetized animal(s) will be humanely
euthanized as quickly as possible.

C.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION OF LAB ANIMAL SURGERY (RM. 00650)

Vacate the College at once.

The Professor will stay with the anaesthetized animal.

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Personal Safety: Special Health Hazards

A.

PREGNANCY:
Some labs may involve the use of hazardous materials. Many chemical and biological
materials which are only moderately toxic to adults may be extremely hazardous to a
foetus. Examples: volatile solvents, anaesthetics, some bacteria, radiation, heavy
metals, many organic materials. It is the responsibility of the student who knows or
suspects she is pregnant to inform her Professor/Technical Support persons as extra
precautions may be warranted in some lab functions.

B.

STUDENTS WEARING CONTACT LENSES:

It is recommended that contact lenses not be worn in the labs. In the event of an
accident involving the face or eyes, contact lenses may increase the extent of eye
damage due to the concentration of the hazardous substance under the contact lens.
This could happen even if safety goggles are being worn. Students who choose to wear
contact lenses in labs must inform the Professor and the Technical Staff.

The school is not responsible for contacts washed down the sink during eye
wash Emergencies.
C.

ASTHMA / ALLERGIES:
It is recommended that students who have asthma or any type of allergies inform their
professor and the technical support staff. Due to the sharing of lab space, lab chemicals,
and lab materials/equipment and the possible exposure to animals this is important for
all students in all programs using the laboratories.
Students with asthma related issues due to exposure to animals and their bedding
should contact their coordinator for details on N95 mask fist testing.

D.

ACCOMPANIMENT TO YOUR VEHICLE:

Security (extension 1200) will also escort you to your vehicle as required.

E.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR LABS:

Students with documented Accommodations from the SLC Counselling and
AccessAbility Services should meet with their professor prior to beginning each new lab
course to discuss any needed support(s) to ensure their safety and the adequate
assessment of their technical performance.

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Telephone Directory
COLLEGE PHONE NUMBER:

SECURITY:

EMERGENCY: EXT 5555

613-544-5532 (AUTOMATED ATTENDANT)

613-544-5400 (OPERATOR)
NON EMERGENCY: EXT. 1200

HEALTH CENTRE:

EXT. 1136/1182

KIM CLOUTIER

EXT. 1704

LYNDA ASHAUER

EXT. 1654

CELL PHONE: 613-561-0477

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY FOR LAB STAFF:

SARAH HATFIELD

EXT. 1324 CELL PHONE: 613-561-2837

PETE JARDINE:

EXT. 1257 CELL PHONE: 613- 561-0644

CARLENE LOTT

EXT. 1212 CELL PHONE: 613-561-2841

HELEN THOMPSON

EXT. 1546 CELL PHONE: 613-561-0643

KAROLINE MACHADO

EXT. 1645 CELL PHONE: 613-561-0647

GRACE WILDER

EXT. 1223 CELL PHONE: 613- 561-0642

CHRISTINE LYONS (PART-TIME)

CELL PHONE: 613-532-0959

DELINA MELO (PART-TIME)

CELL PHONE: 613-561-3970

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Signature Page for SLC Laboratory Safety Rules

Student Acknowledgement:
By signing below I acknowledge that:
I have downloaded, read and understood the Lab Safety Rules and I agree to follow the protocols set out
in the Rules. I also acknowledge that I can access the Rules at any time through my programs
Blackboard sites for courses in which there is a laboratory component and through hard copy in each
laboratory area and that I may ask faculty and support staff at any time when unsure of a Rule. Finally I
acknowledge that safety infractions are serious and will be handled as per individual course assessments
and also using the SLC Academic Policy Manual Student Code of Conduct Section as deemed necessary
by my program.
Student Name: (please print) Khaled M Ibrahim
Program: Medical Laboratory Science

Year: 2014

Signature:

Date: (09/09/2014)

Please self-identify in the space below if you have allergies or intend to wear contact lenses in the lab:
N/A
Students will be required to acknowledge that they have read and understand the Laboratory Safety
Rules by signing the Signature Form annually. A copy of the Signature Form(s) will be kept on file for the
duration of their program.

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