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September 1, 2004 11:38 am, Safety.fm
Chemical Waste Safety
Applied Biosystems 7900HT Fast Real-Time PCR System and SDS Enterprise Database User Guide xix
Chemical Safety
Guidelines
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provided by the
chemical manufacturer before you store, handle, or work with any chemicals or
hazardous materials. (See About MSDSs” on page xviii.)
Minimize contact with chemicals. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when handling chemicals (for example, safety glasses, gloves, or
protective clothing). For additional safety guidelines, consult the MSDS.
Minimize the inhalation of chemicals. Do not leave chemical containers open.
Use only with adequate ventilation (for example, fume hood). For additional
safety guidelines, consult the MSDS.
Check regularly for chemical leaks or spills. If a leak or spill occurs, follow the
manufacturer’s cleanup procedures as recommended on the MSDS.
Comply with all local, state/provincial, or national laws and regulations related
to chemical storage, handling, and disposal.
Chemical Waste Safety
Chemical Waste
Hazard
HAZARDOUS WASTE.
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheets and
local regulations for handling and disposal.
CHEMICAL WASTE HAZARD.
Wastes produced by Applied
Biosystems instruments are potentially hazardous and can cause injury, illness, or death.
CHEMICAL STORAGE HAZARD
. Never collect or store waste
in a glass container because of the risk of breaking or shattering. Reagent and waste
bottles can crack and leak. Each waste bottle should be secured in a low-density
polyethylene safety container with the cover fastened and the handles locked in the
upright position. Wear appropriate eyewear, clothing, and gloves when handling reagent
and waste bottles.
Chemical Waste
Safety Guidelines
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) provided by the
manufacturers of the chemicals in the waste container before you store, handle,
or dispose of chemical waste.
Provide primary and secondary waste containers. (A primary waste container
holds the immediate waste. A secondary container contains spills or leaks from
the primary container. Both containers must be compatible with the waste
material and meet federal, state, and local requirements for container storage.)
Minimize contact with chemicals. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when handling chemicals (for example, safety glasses, gloves, or
protective clothing). For additional safety guidelines, consult the MSDS.
Minimize the inhalation of chemicals. Do not leave chemical containers open.
Use only with adequate ventilation (for example, fume hood).For additional
safety guidelines, consult the MSDS.
Handle chemical wastes in a fume hood.
After emptying the waste container, seal it with the cap provided.
Dispose of the contents of the waste tray and waste bottle in accordance with
good laboratory practices and local, state/provincial, or national environmental
and health regulations.

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Applied Biosystems 7900HT Specifications

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BrandApplied Biosystems
Model7900HT
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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