Biorisiko Bagian 4 : Administrative Control & Biosecurity

Summary

This online training session covers essential biosafety and biosecurity measures for laboratory environments. It emphasizes administrative controls, including hazard signage, medical surveillance, and the importance of training. Biosecurity practices are introduced to protect biological materials from misuse, ensuring physical, personnel, and data security. The session also discusses personal protective equipment (PPE) like lab coats, gloves, and masks, as well as the use of spill kits for handling biological material accidents. Safe transportation protocols for biological materials are outlined, stressing the importance of secure packaging and documentation for both internal and external shipments.

Takeaways

• 😀 Administrative controls in the laboratory include hazard signs, medical surveillance, and consistent training. Proper record-keeping is essential for maintaining safety and research quality.
• 😀 Biosecurity focuses on protecting biological materials from misuse, with a strong emphasis on physical security, access control, and information security.
• 😀 PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is mandatory when handling biological materials. This includes lab coats, gloves, masks, goggles, and foot protection.
• 😀 Effective spill response requires a spill kit that includes protective gear like aprons and shoe covers, along with tools like tongs, wipes, and absorbents.
• 😀 Regular inspection and clear labeling of safety symbols (chemical, biological) in the lab are crucial for preventing accidents and maintaining safety.
• 😀 Biosecurity involves both physical and informational safeguards to control access to biological materials and ensure the integrity of research data.
• 😀 Training is important both online and hands-on. In-lab, practical training is crucial for those working directly with biological hazards.
• 😀 Material control and accountability are key for tracking biological materials in the lab. Documentation like Material Transfer Agreements is needed for secure transfer of materials.
• 😀 A good biosecurity program includes restricted access to labs, ensuring only authorized personnel can enter areas where hazardous materials are stored.
• 😀 Sodium hypochlorite is often used in spill response and decontamination. It is important to use the proper protective equipment when handling it and cleaning spills.
• 😀 Biohazard waste disposal should be handled in designated containers, and all tools and materials used for cleanup should be disposed of after use to prevent contamination.

Q & A

What are the key components of biosafety discussed in the script?

The key components of biosafety discussed include administrative controls, medical surveillance, training (both online and hands-on), inspections, and proper record-keeping. SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) play a crucial role in ensuring safety, and symbol recognition is important for understanding various lab hazards.

What does administrative control in biosafety involve?

Administrative control in biosafety involves implementing safety signs, labels, and warnings to identify hazards, ensuring medical surveillance for workers handling hazardous biological materials, and maintaining proper documentation, such as updated and dynamic SOPs.

Why is training essential in biosafety, and what types of training are mentioned?

Training is essential in biosafety to ensure that laboratory workers are equipped with the knowledge and skills to safely handle biological hazards. The training mentioned includes both online courses and hands-on, in-lab training to reinforce safety practices.

What are some key aspects of biosecurity discussed in the training?

Key aspects of biosecurity discussed include physical security (locking doors, monitoring guest access), personnel security (restricting access to authorized individuals), information security (protecting sensitive data), and material control (tracking the movement of biological materials and using material transfer agreements).

How does physical security contribute to biosecurity in laboratories?

Physical security contributes to biosecurity by ensuring that unauthorized individuals cannot access laboratories, particularly those containing hazardous biological materials. This includes securing entry points, maintaining visitor logs, and implementing restricted access protocols.

What role does personnel security play in biosecurity, and why is it important?

Personnel security ensures that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive laboratory areas, particularly those dealing with dangerous biological materials. This is important to prevent misuse or theft of biological materials.

What types of personal protective equipment (PPE) are mentioned, and what is their purpose?

The PPE mentioned includes lab coats, gloves (latex and nitrile), masks (for various types of exposure), foot protection, and goggles. Their purpose is to protect workers from exposure to hazardous biological materials, chemical splashes, and aerosols.

What is the purpose of a spill kit in a laboratory, and what items are included in it?

A spill kit is designed to handle biological material spills in the lab. It includes aprons, shoe covers, gloves, absorbents (like sponges and tissues), disinfectants (such as sodium hypochlorite), and tools like tweezers or dustpans to clean up sharp objects and spill remnants.

How should biological materials be transported safely according to the script?

Biological materials should be packaged in absorbent material to prevent leaks, placed inside secondary containers, and then securely sealed in boxes for transport. Proper documentation, including transfer forms, must accompany the materials to ensure safe and compliant transportation.

What are the safety protocols for disposing of waste after cleaning a biological spill?

After cleaning a biological spill, the contaminated materials, including gloves, absorbents, and other used items, must be placed in biohazard waste containers for proper disposal. The materials should be decontaminated before disposal.