Management of Laboratory Operations

A comprehensive set of vocabulary flashcards based on the management of laboratory operations, highlighting safety protocols, waste management, and hazard prevention.

Policy

General statements that guide thinking and action in decision making.

Procedure

Plans that establish a required method of handling future activities.

Staffing Process

Setting long-term goals and objectives for personnel needed to meet labor requirements.

Scheduling Process

Matching currently working people in the laboratory with current workload requirements.

Biohazard

Infectious materials that pose a risk to human health.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Clothing and gear worn to protect against hazardous materials or environments.

Chemical Spill Protocol

Procedures for safely managing a chemical spill, including immediate flushing and removal of contaminated clothing.

Radioactive Hazard

Risks associated with radioisotopes used in laboratory procedures.

Electrical Hazard

Risks of physical harm from electrical sources, including shocks and burns.

Biodegradable Waste

Waste that originates from plant or animal sources and can be decomposed by living organisms.

Hazardous Waste

Waste that poses a potential threat to human health or the environment.

Accident Investigation

Systematic process to evaluate accidents in the lab to prevent future occurrences.

Disaster Plan

An emergency plan established for responding to hazardous situations, such as fire evacuation.

Universal Precaution

A set of guidelines to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Documents providing safety information about hazardous substances.

Sharps Hazard

Risks posed by needles, broken glass, and other sharp objects that can cause injury.

Chemical Labeling

Indicators on chemicals to communicate hazards such as poisonous, corrosive, or flammable.

Fire Fighting Strategies

Plans and materials employed to prevent and fight fires effectively in the laboratory.