Risk Assessment (AQA A-Level Biology): Quizzes
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What is the difference between a hazard and a risk in practical work?
What is the difference between a hazard and a risk in practical work?
Hazard=potential harm; Risk=likelihood
What is the immediate emergency response for hydrochloric acid contact with skin?
What is the immediate emergency response for hydrochloric acid contact with skin?
Flood with cold water immediately
Why does ethanol present dual hazards in the laboratory?
Why does ethanol present dual hazards in the laboratory?
It is both irritant and flammable
When should work surfaces be disinfected during biological practical work?
When should work surfaces be disinfected during biological practical work?
Before and after biological work
What type of reaction can enzymes trigger in sensitive individuals?
What type of reaction can enzymes trigger in sensitive individuals?
Allergic reactions
In which direction should scalpel cutting motions be directed during dissection?
In which direction should scalpel cutting motions be directed during dissection?
Away from fingers
What should be done to control bleeding from a cut in the laboratory?
What should be done to control bleeding from a cut in the laboratory?
Elevate affected area and apply pressure
Why must wet hands never contact electrical equipment?
Why must wet hands never contact electrical equipment?
Water and electricity are deadly together
What is the most commonly required safety equipment across different hazard types?
What is the most commonly required safety equipment across different hazard types?
Eye protection
What three elements does the 'triangle of fire' require?
What three elements does the 'triangle of fire' require?
Fuel, oxygen, and heat