Manual of Laboratory Safety (Chemical Radioactive and Biosafety with Biocides)

This book is a concise guide to medical laboratory safety in hospitals. Divided into five sections it covers biosafety and biosecurity chemical hazards radioactive materials hazards healthcare-associated infections and biocides and waste management. The manual describes methods to prevent accidents as well as measures that should be taken if they do occur. Safety measures suggested by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Centres for Disease Control (CDC) are also included. Manual of Laboratory Safety is an invaluable up to date reference guide for laboratory owners and technicians and includes images illustrations and tables to enhance learning. Key points Concise guide to medical laboratory safety in hospitalsCovers all hazards including chemical and radioactive hazards infections and waste managementIncludes safety measures suggested by the WHO and CDCFeatures images illustrations and tables to enhance learning