Standard Operating Procedure - Ultrafiltration - Department of ...

Personnel ProtectionSafety glasses are required when operating this equipment and at all times whenworking in the laboratory.It is advisable to wear a lab coat when operating this equipment.Prior to operating this equipment all students must check in with the labmanager, pass a safety quiz and sign the safety log provided by the labmanager.Proper training and supervision are necessary to avoid injury or death ofpersonnel working in any capacity around equipment, which is operating at highpressure, temperature, or vacuum.General Safety ProceduresProcess plants incorporate a combination of components, for example: rotatingmachinery, various electrical devices, ductwork for transporting gas under lowand high temperature vacuum and pressure, as well as various liquid piping.Each of these areas must be treated with respect to avoid personal injury ordeath as well as damage to the equipment. Always read and follow warningsigns and labels.Before operating any component, such as a fan, valve, heater, pump etc.,thoroughly review and understand the vendor’s instructions available in the plantmanual. Finally, when in doubt, ASK!Electrical SafetyGeneral:All power distribution equipment, control panels, and instruments containhazardous voltage, which can kill or maim personnel. Proper operation andmaintenance significantly reduce the degree of hazard. Only a qualifiedelectrician should be permitted to service and maintain electrical components.Routine observations should be used to look for signs of electrical problems.Unusually hot surfaces or burnt smells should be investigated promptly and thecause corrected by a qualified electrician.5