Handling liquids - doe-hdbk-1106-97

DOE-HDBK-1106-97

Lesson Plan

Instructor's Notes

1. Handling liquids

Note: If the liquids could

generate airborne

Standard good practices for handling liquids include:

Use appropriate gloves for liquids being

posting and monitoring may

be required.

handled.

Protect personal clothing.

Work in tray with absorbent paper.

Use mechanical pipettes and dilutors (NEVER

pipette by mouth).

Work in a properly vented area.

Discuss facility-specific

reporting requirements.

Report any spills or suspected spills

2. Preventing spills

The best way to handle a spill is to prevent it in the first

place by:

Storing materials unless in use.

Limiting quantities to what is needed.

Keeping work area clean and free of obstructions.

Using stable containers with secure means of

closure.