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Numerous hazards exist in forensic laboratories. The risks associated with these are reduced or eliminated if proper procedures, practices, and precautions are followed. The documentation of, and adherence to, practices and procedures in a laboratory safety manual is an essential requirement of an effective laboratory safety program.
Laboratory safety programs generally include an overall safety manual, chemical hygiene, and bloodborne pathogen plans.
Several procedures require use of a fume hood and/or biological safety cabinet. Biological safety cabinets may be designed to protect both the user and the sample or evidence. Similarly, chemical fume hoods may be equipped with various filters to handle different types of chemicals, such as volatile liquids, organics, or radioisotopes. A complete discussion of hoods and cabinets can be found in the module on Safety.
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