Rules in Hazardous Chemicals, Activities and Devices | INTEL ISEF Rules in the Conduct of Research

Summary

In this educational YouTube video, Teacher Thing May discusses the rules for conducting research with hazardous chemicals, activities, and devices. The video emphasizes the importance of risk assessment, proper supervision, and adherence to local and international laws. It outlines specific regulations for controlled substances, prescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, drones, and radiation. The script also highlights the principles of green chemistry and the need for environmentally responsible practices in research.

Takeaways

• 📚 The video discusses rules for conducting research involving hazardous chemicals, activities, and devices.
• 🔬 Students must conduct a risk assessment with a designated supervisor or qualified scientist before experimentation.
• 🏥 Direct supervision by a designated supervisor is required for using hazardous chemicals, except for data-controlled substances which need a qualified scientist.
• 📝 Documentation of risk assessments and adherence to all local, state, and federal laws are mandatory for projects involving regulated substances.
• 🚫 Minors are generally restricted from using controlled substances, prescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives.
• 🌱 Projects must minimize environmental impact, using minimal quantities of chemicals and ensuring safe disposal practices.
• 📋 Specific forms are required for different aspects of the research, including adult sponsor checklists, research plans, and risk assessment forms.
• ⚖️ The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulates chemicals that can be used to make illegal drugs, and similar regulations exist in other countries.
• 🔒 Projects involving firearms and explosives must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and are only permissible under direct adult supervision.
• 🛸 The use of regulated drones must follow state, federal, and country laws, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) providing guidelines.
• ♻️ The principles of green chemistry encourage waste prevention and the use of safer chemicals and processes to minimize environmental harm.

Q & A

What are the key rules for conducting research involving hazardous chemicals, activities, and devices?

The key rules include conducting a risk assessment with a designated supervisor or qualified scientist, ensuring direct supervision during the use of hazardous chemicals or activities, acquiring and using regulated substances in accordance with all relevant laws, obtaining necessary permits, and minimizing the environmental impact of the experiment.

What is the purpose of a risk assessment in research involving hazardous chemicals?

A risk assessment is conducted to identify and evaluate potential risks, ensuring proper supervision and consideration of all potential hazards so that appropriate safety precautions can be taken.

Who must supervise the use of hazardous chemicals, activities, or devices in student research?

The use of hazardous chemicals, activities, or devices requires direct supervision by a designated supervisor, except for controlled substances which require supervision by a qualified scientist.

What forms are required for a student researcher conducting research involving hazardous chemicals, activities, or devices?

The required forms include Form 1 (Checklist for Adult Sponsors), Form 1a (Student Checklist), Form 1b (Research Plan, Project Summary, and Approval Form), Form 1c (Regulated Research Institution Form, only when applicable), Form 2 (Qualified Scientist Form), and Form 3 (Risk Assessment Form).

What are the specific rules for research involving controlled substances?

All studies using controlled substances must be supervised by a qualified scientist licensed by the DEA or other international regulatory body, and research protocols involving Schedule 1 substances must be approved by the DEA before research begins.

Why are students prohibited from administering prescription drugs to human participants in a science project?

To protect against inappropriate or unsafe use, students are required to have qualified scientists administer drugs or perform activities involving human participants.

What are the regulations regarding the use of alcohol and tobacco in student research?

Fermentation studies producing minute quantities of ethyl alcohol are permitted, and designated supervisors are responsible for the acquisition, usage, and disposal of alcohol or tobacco used in the study.

What is the role of the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in student research involving firearms and explosives?

The ATF, along with state agencies, regulates the purchase and use of firearms and explosives, and student projects involving these items must be conducted under direct supervision and in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.

What are the guidelines for conducting risk assessments with hazardous devices?

Risk assessments for hazardous devices must document the expertise required for safe usage and include potential risks associated with the use of the device. This is especially important for devices that require a moderate to high level of expertise.

How does the principle of environmentally responsible chemistry apply to student research?

The principles of green chemistry, which aim to avoid the use or production of hazardous substances, should be incorporated into the research plan whenever possible. This includes waste prevention, using the safest possible chemicals, designing less hazardous chemical syntheses, and using renewable materials.

Outlines

00:00

🔬 Research Safety Rules for Hazardous Chemicals

This paragraph introduces the video's focus on safety rules for research involving hazardous chemicals. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing international standards and local regulations. The video discusses the rules for potentially hazardous biological agents from the previous lesson and transitions into discussing hazardous chemicals, devices, and activities. These include substances and devices regulated by law, often with restrictions on minors. The rules aim to protect student researchers by ensuring proper supervision and consideration of potential risks, leading to appropriate safety precautions. Students are required to meet standards set by their school, local, and regional fairs. The paragraph outlines the necessity for a risk assessment, direct supervision by a designated supervisor or qualified scientist, and compliance with all relevant laws and permits.

05:02

🚫 Specific Rules for Regulated Substances and Activities

The second paragraph delves into specific rules for regulated areas, including data-controlled substances, prescription drugs, alcohol and tobacco, firearms and explosives, regulated drones, and radiation. It explains the roles of regulatory bodies like the DEA, ATF, and TTB in controlling substances and devices. The paragraph outlines the requirements for supervision by qualified scientists for studies using controlled substances, the need for research protocols to be approved for certain substances, and the prohibitions on student administration of prescription drugs to human participants. It also covers the regulations around alcohol and tobacco, including the allowance of fermentation studies and the restrictions on the production of consumable alcohol. Additionally, the paragraph addresses the rules for firearms and explosives, emphasizing the illegality of minors purchasing firearms and the necessity of proper state certification for their use. The discussion includes regulations on drones and radiation, highlighting the need for adherence to safety precautions and environmental responsibilities.

10:03

📝 Documentation and Risk Assessment for Hazardous Research

Paragraph three focuses on the documentation and risk assessment processes required for research involving hazardous chemicals, devices, and radiation. It details the factors that must be considered in a risk assessment, such as toxicity, reactivity, flammability, and corrosiveness of chemicals. The paragraph also discusses the necessity of documenting proper disposal methods for chemicals and the importance of adhering to federal and state guidelines. Furthermore, it addresses the risk assessment requirements for working with hazardous devices and the documentation needed for student researchers. The paragraph emphasizes the importance of considering the level of expertise required for safe usage of equipment and the need for documentation when working with potentially dangerous devices. It also touches on the risk assessment process for projects involving radiation and the need for careful examination of associated risks and safety precautions.

15:06

🌿 Environmentally Responsible Chemistry and Green Chemistry Principles

The final paragraph discusses the principles of environmentally responsible or green chemistry in the context of research. It advocates for the avoidance of hazardous substances during chemical processes and outlines the twelve principles of green chemistry as described on the EPA website. The paragraph encourages the incorporation of these principles into research plans to minimize waste, use safer chemicals, design less hazardous chemical syntheses, and maximize energy efficiency. It concludes with a reminder to subscribe to the YouTube channel for updates on future lessons and a summary of the key points covered in the video, including the steps in the research process that will be discussed in upcoming videos.

Keywords

💡Hazardous Chemicals

Hazardous chemicals refer to substances that can pose a risk to health or the environment. In the context of the video, these chemicals are a significant concern in research projects, necessitating careful handling and disposal. The video emphasizes the importance of risk assessment and adherence to safety protocols when working with such chemicals, as exemplified by the requirement for direct supervision and proper disposal methods.

💡Risk Assessment

Risk assessment is a systematic evaluation of potential hazards and the likelihood of their occurrence. The video underscores the necessity of conducting a risk assessment before experimentation with hazardous chemicals, devices, or activities. It involves documenting potential risks, safety precautions, and disposal methods, as highlighted by the need for a documented risk assessment form.

💡Regulated Substances

Regulated substances are materials that are controlled by laws due to their potential for misuse or harm. The video mentions that students must comply with local, state, federal, and international laws when acquiring and using such substances. This includes controlled substances, prescription drugs, and alcohol, which are subject to specific regulatory oversight and require proper permits and supervision.

💡Direct Supervision

Direct supervision implies the immediate oversight by a qualified individual to ensure safety and adherence to protocols. The video stresses that student researchers must work under the direct supervision of a designated supervisor or qualified scientist, especially when dealing with hazardous activities or substances that require special permits or are controlled.

💡Environmental Impact

Environmental impact pertains to the effects of an activity on the environment. The video discusses the need for student researchers to minimize the environmental impact of their experiments, such as by using minimal quantities of chemicals and ensuring environmentally safe disposal practices, in line with good laboratory practices.

💡Green Chemistry

Green chemistry is the practice of designing chemical products and processes that minimize the use and generation of hazardous substances. The video promotes the principles of green chemistry, encouraging researchers to avoid hazardous substances, use renewable materials, and maximize energy efficiency, thus reducing the environmental footprint of their research.

💡Controlled Substances

Controlled substances are drugs or chemicals whose use is regulated to prevent abuse or misuse. The video explains that students must adhere to the regulations set by agencies like the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) when using such substances in research. It also specifies that certain substances, like those in DEA Schedule 1, require protocol approval before research can commence.

💡Prescription Drugs

Prescription drugs are medications that can only be obtained with a prescription due to their potential for abuse or harmful effects. The video clarifies that student researchers are prohibited from administering prescription drugs to human participants and that a veterinarian must supervise the administration of drugs to animals, emphasizing the importance of safety and legal compliance.

💡Firearms and Explosives

Firearms and explosives are items regulated due to their potential for causing harm. The video states that the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and state agencies regulate these items. It is mentioned that student projects involving firearms and explosives are permissible only under strict supervision and compliance with all relevant laws.

💡Regulated Drones

Regulated drones refer to unmanned aircraft systems that are subject to specific laws and regulations. The video mentions that projects involving drones must comply with state, federal, and country laws, indicating the importance of understanding and following legal frameworks when conducting research involving advanced technologies.

Highlights

Introduction to the importance of adhering to international standards in research conduct.

Discussion on rules for potentially hazardous biological agents from the previous video.

Focus on rules for hazardous chemicals, activities, and devices in research.

Explanation of the application of rules to substances and devices regulated by law.

Emphasis on the protection of student researchers through proper supervision and risk consideration.

Requirement for students to meet standards set by the ISF, school, and regional fairs.

Mandatory risk assessment by student researchers with designated supervisors or qualified scientists.

Documentation of risk assessment in the research plan and on a specific form.

Direct supervision by a designated supervisor for the use of hazardous chemicals and activities.

Acquisition and use of regulated substances in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Necessity for permits for chemicals, devices, or activities requiring federal or state authorization.

Minimizing environmental impact and adhering to good laboratory practices.

Required forms for research projects involving hazardous chemicals, activities, and devices.

Additional rules for specific regulated areas like controlled substances and prescription drugs.

Regulations by the DEA on chemicals that can be diverted for illegal drug production.

Requirements for studies using DEA Schedule 1 substances, including protocol approval.

Prohibition of students administering prescription drugs to human participants.

Regulations by the TTB on the production and distribution of alcohol and tobacco products.

Guidelines for student projects involving the legal production of wine or beer under parental supervision.

Regulations by the ATF on the purchase and use of firearms and explosives.

Rules for projects involving unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or drones.

Guidance on risk assessment for hazardous chemicals, including toxicity, reactivity, flammability, and corrosiveness.

Documentation of risk assessment for hazardous devices and radiation exposure.

Principles of green chemistry to avoid hazardous substances during chemical processes.

Conclusion and预告 of the next lesson vlog on the steps in the research process.

Transcripts

good day future researchers kumusta

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in this lesson you should be able to

recognize international standarding

rules

in the conduct of research last time

we discuss about the rules for

potentially hazardous biological agents

in this video we will discuss about the

rules

for hazardous chemicals activities and

devices

the following rules apply to research

using hazardous chemicals devices and

activities

these include substances and devices

that are regulated by local state

country or international law

most often with restrictions of their

use by minors

such as they are controlled substances

prescription drugs

alcohol tobacco firearms and explosives

hazardous activities

hazardous activities are those that

involve a level of risk above and beyond

that encountered in the students

everyday life

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these rules are intended to protect the

student researcher by

ensuring proper supervision and the

consideration of all potential risks

so that the appropriate safety

precautions are taken

students are required to meet all

standards imposed

by the isf school local

and or regional fair

let's talk about the rules for all

projects involving hazardous chemicals

activities and devices number one

the student researcher must conduct a

risk assessment in collaboration with a

designated supervisor

or qualified scientist prior to

experimentation

this risk assessment should be

documented in the research plan to

include the risk assessment process

supervision

safety precautions and appropriate

methods of disposal

the risk assessment is also documented

on risk assessment form tree

okay next number two

the use of hazardous chemicals

activities or devices and involvement in

hazardous

activities require direct supervision by

a designated supervisor

except those involving data controlled

substances

which require supervision by a qualified

scientist

next number three the student researcher

must conduct a risk assessment in

collaboration

with a designated supervisor or

qualified scientist

prior to experimentation this risk

assessment is documented on the risk

assessment form

next number four student researchers

must acquire and use regulated

substances in accordance with

all local state u.s federal and country

laws

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number five for all chemicals devices or

activities requiring a federal

and or state permit the student or the

supervisor must obtain

permit prior to the onset of

experimentation

a copy of the permit must be available

for review

by the adult supervising the project and

the local

affiliated and isaf srcs in the review

prior to competition number six

the student researcher must minimize the

impact of an experiment on the

environment

examples include using minimal

quantities of chemicals that require

subsequent disposal

ensuring all disposal is done

in environmentally safe manner and in

accordance with good laboratory

practices

number seven the following forms are

required

first you have to prepare your form 1

which is the checklist for adult

sponsors

and then followed by form 1a

student checklist form 1b research plan

project summary and approval form

then you have to prepare also your form

1c which is the regulated research

institution form

only when applicable and then prepare

also your form 2 which is a qualified

scientist form

and form three which is risk assessment

form

now let us proceed with additional rules

for specific

regulated areas which includes the data

controlled substances

prescription drugs alcohol and tobacco

firearms and explosives regulated drones

and radiation okay let's begin with

their control substances the u.s drug

enforcement administration or the daiya

regulates chemicals that can be diverted

from their intended

use to make illegal drugs other

countries may have similar regulatory

bodies

students outside of the u.s must adhere

to their own country's drug regulatory

agency

requirements in addition to u.s data

regulations

they controlled substances and their

schedule number

are at their website under sources of

information it is the responsibility of

the student to consult this list

if there is a possibility that

substances used in experimentation be

regulated so number one all studies

using data controlled substances must be

supervised

by a qualified scientist who is licensed

by the daily or other international

regulatory body

for use of the controlled substances

number two all studies using daia

schedule 1 substances including

marijuana

must have the research protocol approved

by deya before research begins

schedule 2 3 and 4 substances do not

require

protocol approval by daiya

next let us have the prescription drugs

prescription drugs or drugs regulated by

federal or country laws

to protect against inappropriate or

unsafe

use special precautions must be taken in

their use

for a science project as follows number

one

students are prohibited from

administering prescription drugs to

human participants always remember that

you are

required to have your science qualified

scientists to administer the

whatever drugs or whatever activities

that you have to perform to human

participants

next number two a veterinarian must

supervise student administration

of any drugs or any prescription drugs

to vertebrate animals

next let's have letter c the alcohol and

tobacco

the use of alcohol and tobacco attacks

and trade bureau

or the ttb regulates the production of

alcohol and distribution of alcohol and

tobacco products

many such products are restricted by age

for

purchase possession and consumption

number one fermentation studies

in which minute quantities of ethyl

alcohol are produced

are permitted next

the designated supervisors are

responsible for the acquisition

usage and appropriate disposal of the

alcohol or tobacco

used in this study

next number three production of wine or

beer by adults is

allowable in the home and must meet ttb

home production regulations

remember that students are allowed to

design and conduct a research project

under direct parental supervision

involving the legal production of wine

or beer

next students are prohibited from

conducting experiments

where consumable ethyl alcohol is

produced by distillation

remember that however students are

allowed to distill alcohol for fuel or

other

non-consumable products to do so

the work must be conducted at school or

a regulated research institution and

follow all

local and country laws so you can see

the alcohol and tobacco tax and trade

bureau the ttb website

for more details let's now proceed with

the firearms and explosives

the u.s bureau of alcohol tobacco

firearms and explosives or the atf

along with the state agencies regulates

the purchase

and use of firearms and explosives a

firearm

is defined as a small arms weapon from

which a projectile is fired by a gun

powder

an explosive is any chemical compound

mixture or device the primary purpose of

which

is to function by explosion explosives

include

in but are not limited to dynamite

black powder pellet powder detonate

horse

and igniters the purchase of

a firearm by miner is generally unlawful

the use of firearm without proper state

certification is illegal

student could check the training and

certification requirements

of individual states and countries

so remember that projects involving

firearms and explosives are allowable

when conducted with the direct

supervision

of a designated supervisor and when in

compliance with

all federal state and local laws

number two a fully assembled rocket

motor reload

kit or propellant modules containing

more than 62.5 grams of propellant

are subject to permitting storage and

other requirements of federal explosive

loss and regulations

and number three potato guns and painful

ball guns

are not considered firearms unless

they are intended to be used as weapons

now let's proceed with letter e which is

the regulated drones

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projects involving unmanned aircraft

systems or the uas

joe or drones must follow all state

federal and country laws and you can see

the

federal aviation administration or the

faa

for more detail now let's proceed with

rajeshwan

projects involving region nucleotides or

the regio isotopes and

x-rays must involve careful examination

of the risks associated with the study

and appropriate safety precautions must

be taken

depending upon the level of exposure

radiation release

from these sources can be a health

hazard

let's now proceed with the guidance for

risk assessment

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below are the guidance on conducting

risk assessment

when using the following hazardous

chemicals

hazardous devices and rajeshwan

let's talk about first hazardous

chemicals

a proper risk assessment of chemicals

must include

review of the following factors

number one is toxicity toxicity is the

tendency of a chemical to be hazardous

to health when inhaled

swallowed injected or in contact with

the skin

next number two is reactivity

reactivity is the tendency of the

chemical

to undergo chemical change

number three is flammability when we say

flammability this is the tendency of a

chemical to give

off vapors which readily

ignite when used under normal working

conditions

and number four is corrosiveness this is

the tendency of a chemical

upon physical contact to harm or destroy

living tissues

or physical equipment

aries assessment documented on form 3

must include

proper disposal methods for chemicals

used in an experiment

the flint catalog which is the reference

in the sources of information section

provides information for the

provides information for the proper

disposal

of chemicals if applicable the student

researcher must incorporate in the

research plan disposal procedure

required by federal and state guidelines

next number 2 is the hazardous devices

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the documentation of risk assessment

form 3 is required when a student

researcher

works with potentially hazardous and

dangerous equipment

and or others devices in or outside a

laboratory

setting that require a moderate to high

level expertise

to ensure their safe usage

some commonly devices is the bunsen

burners hot plates

sauce drills and etc may not require a

documented

risk assessment assuming that the

student researcher

has experience working with a device but

the use of other potentially devices

or dangerous devices such as a high

vacuum equipment

heated oil bots the nmr

equipment and high temperature ovens

must have documentation of a risk

assessment

it is recommended that all student

design inventions

also have documentation of a risk

assessment

let's now proceed with number three

rajesh on a risk assessment documented

in form three must be conducted when a

student's project involves radiation

beyond

that normal encountered in everyday life

the non-ionizing radiation

includes the spectrum of ultraviolet or

uv

visible light infrared microwave

radio frequency and extremely low

frequencies

and last let's talk about

environmentally responsible chemistry

the mission of environmental responsible

green chemistry is to avoid the use or

production of hazardous substances

during the chemical process the

principles of green chemistry

are described on the epa website in the

sources of information section

whenever possible the following

principle should be incorporated in the

into the research plan number one is for

the waste

prevention next use of the safest

possible chemicals and products

design of the least possible hazardous

chemical synthesis

use of renewable materials use of

catalyst in order to minimize

chemical usage use of solvents and

reaction conditions that are

safe as possible maximization

of energy efficiency minimization of

accident potential and that's it

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