Chemical And Biological Safety - Agilent Technologies 2100 Guia De Instalacion

Chemical and Biological Safety

Toxic and hazardous solvents
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The handling of solvents and reagents can hold health risks.
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Pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples
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Handling and use of pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples and of genetically
modified organisms holds risks for health and environment.
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To operate the instrument safely:
• Observe all cautionary information printed on the original solution
• Because leaks, spills, or loss of sample may generate aerosols, observe
• Agilent 2100 Bioanalyzer covers have not been designed as bioseals for
• Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known
When working with solvents observe appropriate safety procedures (for example,
goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in the material
handling and safety data sheet supplied by the solvent vendor, especially when
toxic or hazardous solvents are used.
Ensure that all necessary safety regulations, guidelines, precautions and practices
are adhered to accordingly.
Consult the laboratory safety officer for advise on the level of containment required
for the application, and proper decontamination or sterilization procedures to
follow if fluids escape from containers.
containers prior to their use.
proper safety precautions.
aerosol or liquid containment.
test offers complete assurance that they are free of micro-organisms. Some
of the most virulent – Hepatitis (B and C) and HIV (I-V) viruses, atypical
mycobacteria, and certain systemic fungi – further emphasize the need for
aerosol protection.
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