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Forensic Science students must observe the general safety rules when working in Forensic Science related laboratories. Each student should:
- Wash hands frequently, after removing gloves and upon exiting the lab.
- Be aware of signs that point to potential dangers. Two that are found in many labs are the yellow radioactive sign, indicating that radioactive agents are either stored or used there, and the orange biohazard sign which is posted where there may be infectious agents. Avoid areas with these signs, including refrigerators and incubators, until you have checked with the laboratory safety officer.
- Avoid wearing open-toed or heeled shoes in the lab.
- Wear a lab coat and gloves in the lab.
- Know how to help yourself and other lab members in case of an emergency. Emergency telephone numbers are posted in the lab for use in the event of an emergency. Be apprised of the first aid kit, the radiation, and chemical spill kits, if applicable, eyewash and safety showers before working in the lab.
- Treat all blood, body fluids and microbes as if they are infectious.
- Perform all procedures which may cause aerosols of blood, body fluids and microbial agents in a biological safety hood.
- Report all accidental injuries or spills immediately to your instructor or supervisor.
- File an incident report with the safety officer should you have a percutaneo us or other injury involving blood and/or body fluid samples.
- NOT do anything you feel is unsafe.
- NOT rub eyes, touch skin or other body parts while wearing gloves.
- NOT place any lab-contaminated items in your mouth, nose or eyes.
- NOT remove lab coats, gloves or other protective equipment from lab area.
- NOT store food or drinks in the lab.
- NOT work with, or in areas that work with, blood and/or body fluids until having received the Hepatitis B vaccination OR signed the Hepatitis B Declination Form
- NOT eat, drink, or smoke in the lab.
- NOT apply makeup, eyedrops, or contact lenses in the lab.
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