LABORATORY SOP and SAFETY GUIDELINES

TLE laboratory are designed to be interesting and educational. Following simple and
basic laboratory safety guidelines will ensure an accident-free and fun- filled
practical experiences. Some “do” and “don’ts” listed below should be observed at all
times while working with science laboratory equipment, biological and chemicals.

GENERAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES

GENERAL PROCEDURES

1. Get permission to use the TLE laboratory

2. Never run, rush around or throw anything in the laboratory
3. Work quietly; avoid unnecessary chat so that the instructions can be heard.
4. All accidents and breakages must be reported at once.
5. A high level of personal hygiene is expected; wash hands before starting,
always wear an apron, have hair tied back and roll up sleeves.
6. Do not move around the laboratory with hot objects e.g. frying pans, boiling
water.
7. Keep saucepan handles away from the edges of cookers and work surfaces.
8. Use oven gloves to remove hot dishes from the oven.
9. Make sure all appliances and equipment are turned off after use.
10.Sharp knives are dangerous be careful using them.
11. Never touch plugs or electrical equipment with wet hands.
12.Keep units tidy at all times, all used cutlery should be placed on a plate and all
waste put in the correct bin
13.Handle food as little as possible.
14.Never dip fingers into food, never lick fingers during cooking. Use a clean
spoon each time you taste.
15.Never sit in table work surfaces.
16.Each unit must be left clean, cookers cleaned and sinks empty and washed.
17.Wash and dry all dishes, cutlery, etc., after use and return them to their correct
unit.
18. Push chairs in under the table after used.