5. Categorize the different hazard in the lab. Give examples for each.

Enumerate ways to prevent each

hazard.
Hazard
Biological Hazard

Examples
Blood and other body fluid
and other materials that are
infectious
Contraction of airborne
pathogens that may come
from infected patients

Chemical Hazard

Exposure to toxic,
carcinogenic, or caustic
agents
Improper handling of
hazardous chemicals
Hazards from highly volatile
substances, compressed
gasses, corrosives,
teratogenics, and corrosive
substances which may cause
chemical burns, damage to
eyes and clothing
Ungrounded or wet
equipment
Frayed cords
Overloaded extension cords
Use of electrical equipment
with wet hands
Equipments that produce fire
such as of Bunsen burners
Chemical-induced fires
Electric/Equipment-induced
fires

Electrical Hazard

Fires / Explosives

Prevention
Practice universal precautions
Handwashing
Wearing personal protective
equipment (PPE)
Isolation of highly susceptible
patients
Proper disposal of
contaminated materials
Strict adherence to the
guidelines of CDC and OSHA
Have a good knowledge in
proper storage and use of
chemicals, corollary to that,
have a good knowledge on the
property of the chemicals
All bottles containing reagent
must be properly labeled
Practice proper disposal and
waste management
For chemicals with vapors, use
this reagents in fume hood
Use three-prong plugs
Replace worn wires
immediately
If possible do not use an
extension cords
Always be careful in using gas
source for burners since this
may cause explosion if left
unattended
Use three-prong plugs
Replace worn wires
immediately
If possible do not use an
extension cords
Have a good knowledge in
proper storage and use of
chemicals, corollary to that,
have a good knowledge on the

property of the chemicals

Adhere to the symbols
provided by institutions such
as of NFPA and OSHA
Radioactive

Use of radioimmunoassay
Equipments emitting
radiation
Radioisotopes

Physical

Falls from wet floors, stairs,

cords, etc.

Follow the protocol by Nuclear

Regulatory Commission on
Radioactive Waste Disposal
Be alert on any present
Radioactive Symbol
Wear personal protective
equipment that is specifically
for protection against radiation
Be aware of your surroundings
Always maintain a clean
working place
Ask for the help of other
personnel if necessary
Never run in the lab

Researcher: CAYANAN, John Carloe S.

References:
Burtis, C.A., Ashwood, E.R., Bruns, D.E. (2012) Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and
Molecular Diagnostics. Fifth edition. USA: Elsevier Health Sciences
Stevens, C.D. (2009). Clinical Immunology & Serology: A laboratory perspective. USA: F.A.
Davis