Risk Sample
RISK ASSESSMENTS
We are all required to identify risks and minimise these whenever we undertake a task. Here are some sample risk assessments presented in a suitable manner for your individual project.
Physical HazardIdentify the hazards | Risk (Harm) Determine the risks associated with the hazard | Risk Control MeasuresDetermine control measures required to eliminate or minimise the risk using ‘hierarchy of control measures’. | | | | Use of Bunsen burner | Gas leakage, burning of personnel, general fire hazard | Use Bunsen on clear space on bench away from laboratory notebooks.Do not place flammable solvents near flame.Turn gas taps fully after use. | Use of heated hockey stick | Burning skin | Replace hockey stick in appropriate storage block when not in use. |
Chemical Hazard | Risk (Harm)Refer to MSDS(see risk statements) | Risk Control MeasuresRefer to MSDS available from laboratory staff | | | | Dilution buffer | May cause slight skin irritation | Wear personal protective clothing, including gown, closed shoes & safety glasses.Dispose of contaminated bottles in appropriate, labelled contaminated waste container | 95% alcohol | Highly flammable.Irritant to eyes, respiratory system & skin. Toxic if ingested. | Keep away from naked flame. Keep bottle closed when not in use.If alcohol in bottle ignites place lid on bottle.In case of fire on bench cover with fire blanket.Inform laboratory staff if spill occurs | Nutrient agar plates | Non-hazardous | Wear personal protective clothing, including gown, closed shoes & safety glasses.Dispose of contaminated agar in appropriate, labelled contaminated waste container. |
Biological Hazard 7 | Risk (Harm) | Risk Control Measures | | | | Escherichia coli (Biotype 1) | Risk group 1 (non pathogenic strains)Skin contact, ingestionProduction of aerosols during subculture | Wearing of personal protective equipment (laboratory coat, closed shoes, safety glasses) at all
We are all required to identify risks and minimise these whenever we undertake a task. Here are some sample risk assessments presented in a suitable manner for your individual project.
Physical HazardIdentify the hazards | Risk (Harm) Determine the risks associated with the hazard | Risk Control MeasuresDetermine control measures required to eliminate or minimise the risk using ‘hierarchy of control measures’. | | | | Use of Bunsen burner | Gas leakage, burning of personnel, general fire hazard | Use Bunsen on clear space on bench away from laboratory notebooks.Do not place flammable solvents near flame.Turn gas taps fully after use. | Use of heated hockey stick | Burning skin | Replace hockey stick in appropriate storage block when not in use. |
Chemical Hazard | Risk (Harm)Refer to MSDS(see risk statements) | Risk Control MeasuresRefer to MSDS available from laboratory staff | | | | Dilution buffer | May cause slight skin irritation | Wear personal protective clothing, including gown, closed shoes & safety glasses.Dispose of contaminated bottles in appropriate, labelled contaminated waste container | 95% alcohol | Highly flammable.Irritant to eyes, respiratory system & skin. Toxic if ingested. | Keep away from naked flame. Keep bottle closed when not in use.If alcohol in bottle ignites place lid on bottle.In case of fire on bench cover with fire blanket.Inform laboratory staff if spill occurs | Nutrient agar plates | Non-hazardous | Wear personal protective clothing, including gown, closed shoes & safety glasses.Dispose of contaminated agar in appropriate, labelled contaminated waste container. |
Biological Hazard 7 | Risk (Harm) | Risk Control Measures | | | | Escherichia coli (Biotype 1) | Risk group 1 (non pathogenic strains)Skin contact, ingestionProduction of aerosols during subculture | Wearing of personal protective equipment (laboratory coat, closed shoes, safety glasses) at all