OBJECTIVE:
To lay down a procedure to provide general guidelines to be followed in Quality control department for safety purposes.
SCOPE:
This SOP shall be applicable for all persons working in Quality Control Laboratory.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Execution : All persons working in Quality Control Laboratory
Checking : Chemist and above – QC department.
PROCEDURE:
- Follow the instructions given by the Head of Department time to time.
- Wear an apron and safety shoes when entering into the laboratory.
- Wear protective garments like masks, gloves, goggles, while performing critical hazardous tests. Refer to MSDS of related chemicals or solvents wherever required
- Read the label before opening any container.
- Open the container of hazardous chemicals carefully in the fuming hood.
- Take precaution while extracting and using hazardous chemicals.
- Avoid use of contaminated apparatus and instruments.
- Seal containers tightly after use.
- During handling & using of chemicals do not eat or drink anything.
- Hands should be washed properly after handling and testing of chemicals.
- Seek medical attention immediately if affected by chemicals and use appropriate first aid until medical attention is available.
- Store the chemicals and solvents at specified temperatures mentioned on the labels.
- All flammable solvents should be stored away from sources of fire.
ABBREVIATION(s):
SOP : Standard Operating Procedure
No. : Number
MSDS : Material Safety Data Sheet
QC : Quality Control
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