Safety management

The Safety Rules Guide for Laboratories at Al-Qassim University is a reference document aimed at promoting a safety culture and raising awareness of potential hazards within laboratories by clarifying the rules and procedures to be followed to ensure a safe educational and working environment. It also aims to reduce accidents and injuries, and promote compliance with safety requirements when using various devices, equipment, and materials, in line with the principle of «Safety is everyone’s responsibility.» General Safety Rules in Laboratories…

The guide covers a range of key topics, including the responsibilities of the laboratory supervisor, general and personal safety rules, cleanliness and order in the laboratory, procedures for safely handling chemical materials, as well as safety rules in chemistry and electrical laboratories. It also explains the importance of using personal protective equipment, identifying locations and using emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, emergency showers, eyewash stations, first aid, and following appropriate procedures in the event of accidents or emergencies. General safety rules in laboratories… General safety rules in laboratories…

The guide also includes the definition of safety signs and markings according to the standard. ISO 7010Chemical signals, system NFPA 704 For risk classification, in addition to a safety awareness declaration form and a laboratory safety inspection form to verify the availability and compliance with the basic requirements, the manual targets laboratory supervisors, faculty members, technicians, students, and all users of laboratories at the University of Qassim, contributing to supporting safe practices and improving readiness and compliance with safety procedures.