168 DCA Vantage Operator’s Guide
Safety Information
• Disinfect tools and other items that have been near any part of the system
sample path or waste area with 10% v/v bleach.
• Do not eat, drink, smoke, or apply cosmetics or contact lenses while in the
laboratory.
• Do not mouth pipet any liquid, including water.
• Do not place tools or any other items in your mouth.
• Do not use the biohazard sink for personal cleaning such as rinsing coffee
cups or washing hands.
• Do not recap, purposely bend, cut, break, remove from disposable
syringes, or otherwise manipulate needles by hand. Needlestick injuries
may result.
References
1. Centers for Disease Control. Update: Universal precautions for prevention
of transmission of human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus and
other bloodborne pathogens in healthcare settings. 1988. MMWR, 37:377–
382, 387, 388.
2. Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (formerly NCCLS). Protection
of Laboratory Workers from Occupationally Acquired Infections; Approved
Guideline - Third Edition. Wayne, PA: Clinical and Laboratory Standards
Institute; 2005. CLSI Document M29-A3. [ISBN 1-56238-567-4].
3. Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Bloodborne
Pathogens Standard. 29 CFR 1910. 1030.
External Barcode Reader Beam Safety
• Never look directly at the beam of a handheld barcode reader.
• Never point the scanner at another person.
• Do not look at the reflection of the beam from a shiny surface.
Electromagnetic Emissions Safety
When operating the DCA Vantage system, observe the following precautions:
• Do not use this system in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation (for example, unshielded intentional RF
sources), as these may interfere with the proper operation.
• Evaluate the electromagnetic environment prior to operating the system.
The system complies with the emission and immunity requirements described
in IEC 61326-1 and IEC 61326-2-6 series.
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