Regional Center for Education

and Training Professions

Risk and crises

management
Created by : July 4,2024
 HMIDANI Hayat
 EL BAKHOUCHI Iliass
 MOHADDIB Karima Proposed by :
 BEL HASSAN Yacine Prof: ELHARDA Nezha
 NASSIRI Hamza
 OUTRANE Ilham
 01 INTRODUCTION

GENERAL
02 CONCEPTS

03 TYPES OF RISKS

PLAN MANAGEMENT
04 RISK

EXEMPL OF
05
CRISES

06 CONCLUSION
 Introduction :
Risk and crisis management in a lab involves
identifying and mitigating potential hazards to ensure
safety and compliance. It includes assessing risks
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such as chemical spills, equipment failures, and
biological threats. Crisis management focuses on
preparing for emergencies, responding quickly to
incidents, and recovering operations. These practices
protect lab personnel and assets, ensuring a safe and
productive environment. Effective management
builds trust and resilience within the lab.
 General concepts :

• A laboratory

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• Risk
• Danger
• Crise
 Laboratory
• A laboratory is a controlled environment
equipped with specialized instruments and safety
measures where scientific research, experiments,

and technical analyses are conducted.

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 Risk

A risk in a lab is the like lihood of harm or

adverse effects occurring due to hazardous
conditions or practices.

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 Danger
A danger in a lab is a specific hazard that can
cause harm, injury, or damage, such as
chemical spills, electrical faults, or
biological agents.

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Additional examples of danger in a lab :
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• Chemical Burns.

• Heat Burns.

• Eye Injuries.

• Cuts From Glassware.

• Inhaling Dangerous Gases.

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Crise

• A crisis in a lab is a critical situation that

poses immediate risk to safety, requiring
urgent response to prevent harm or

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damage.
 Risks in a School
Laboratory

Before anything else, it's crucial to understand the risks involved in laboratory
work. In school labs, there are dangers related to biology, chemicals, and physical
activities. These risks can harm students and teachers if safety measures aren't
followed. Knowing these risks is the first step to creating a safe lab environment.
By recognizing safety symbols and being aware of potential hazards, we can
ensure everyone's safety. This presentation will highlight common risks in school
labs, give examples, and stress the importance of lab safety.
 Types of Risks

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Biological Risks Chemical Risks

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Physical Risks Illustration
  Biological Risks
Exposure to Infectious Agents:
 Handling Human Biological Material:
 Blood: Risk of transmission of pathogens

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 Tissues: Potential exposure to infectious agents.
Using Microorganisms for Experiments:

 Yeasts and molds: Used in fermentation or decomposition

experiments.
  Chemical Risks
In a school laboratory, various pictograms are used to
indicate specific types of hazards associated with the
chemicals and equipment used. Understanding these
symbols is crucial for ensuring safety and proper
handling of materials.
Flammable Hazards: Signifying materials that can easily catch fire.

Irritants: Denoting substances that can cause skin, eye, or respiratory

irritation.
Pressurized Gases: Highlighting gases stored under pressure that
can explode if heated.

Corrosive Substances: Warning about chemicals that can cause

severe skin burns and eye damage.
Environmental Hazards: Signifying chemicals that are harmful to the
environment, especially aquatic life.

Toxic Substances: Denoting chemicals that can cause serious harm or death if
inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin.
Explosive Materials: Indicating chemicals that can explode
under certain conditions.

Health Hazards: Indicating substances that can cause serious

health effects such as cancer or respiratory issues.
  Physical Risks
 Electrical Hazards:Poorly maintained equipment: Risk of electrical shocks and fires.
Faulty wiring: Risk of overheating and fires.
 Glass Shards:

 Handling test tubes or beakers: Risk of shattering and cuts.

 MANAGEMENT RISK
Personal protection safety rules
 When working with equipment, hazardous materials, glassware, heat,
or chemicals, always wear face shields or safety glasses.

 When handling any toxic or hazardous agent, always wear the appropriate
gloves.

 When performing laboratory experiments, you should always wear lab coat.

 Before leaving the lab or eating, always wash your hands with soap and
water.

 When using lab equipment and chemicals, be sure to keep your hands away
from your body, mouth, eyes, and face
 Chemical safety rules

 Every chemical should be treated as though it were dangerous.

 Do not allow any solvent to come into contact with your skin.
 All chemicals should always be clearly labeled with the name of the
substance, its concentration, the date it was received, and the person
responsible for it.
 Before removing any of the contents from a chemical bottle, read the label
twice.
 Never take more chemicals from a bottle than you need for your work.
 Chemicals or other materials should never be taken out of the laboratory.
 Flammable and volatile chemicals should only be used in a fume hood.
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 Chemistry lab safety rules
Before you start an experiment, make sure you are fully aware of the
hazards of the materials you'll be using.

 When refluxing, distilling, or transferring volatile liquids, always exercise

extreme caution.

Always pour chemicals from large containers to smaller ones.

Never pour chemicals that have been used back into the stock container.

Chemicals should never be mixed, measured, or heated in front of your

face.

 Water should not be poured into concentrated acid. Instead, pour acid
slowly into the water while stirring constantly.
Electrical safety

 unplug electrical equipment after use.

 keep all electrical cords and wires away from water .
 EXEMPL OF CRISES
In any educational setting, laboratory work is an exciting and integral part of learning.
However, it's essential to be prepared for unexpected situations that may arise during
experiments or activities.
Today, we'll explore simple yet effective strategies for handling laboratory crises, ensuring
the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
Laboratory crises can range from minor incidents to more serious emergencies. Being
prepared and knowing how to respond swiftly is key to minimizing risks and preventing
further harm.
By familiarizing ourselves with common crisis scenarios and appropriate responses, we
empower ourselves to act confidently and responsibly in challenging situations.
Chemical Spill:

Crisis: A student accidentally spills a corrosive chemical on the lab bench.

Action:
Immediately instruct all students to move away from the affected area.
Use appropriate protective gear (gloves, goggles) to clean up the spill, following the
lab's chemical spill protocol.
Ventilate the area by opening windows or turning on fume hoods.
Report the incident to the teacher or lab supervisor for further assistance.
Fire:

o Crisis: A Bunsen burner ignites a paper towel.

o Action:

 If the fire is small, immediately turn off the burner and

cover the flame with a fire blanket or use a fire
extinguisher if necessary.
 Evacuate the lab if the fire cannot be quickly controlled.

 alert others and follow the school's fire evacuation

procedures.
 Call emergency services if the fire cannot be contained .
Injury:

o Crisis: A student cuts their hand while using a scalpel.

o Action:

 Attend to the injured student immediately, providing first

aid as necessary (clean the wound, apply pressure to stop
bleeding).
 If the injury is serious, call emergency services.

 Report the incident to the teacher or lab supervisor.

 Review lab safety protocols with the class to prevent future

accidents.
Equipment Malfunction:

o Crisis: A piece of equipment, such as a microscope, stops working

during a lab session.

o Action:

 Inform the teacher or lab supervisor about the malfunctioning

equipment.

 If possible, troubleshoot the issue following any provided

instructions or protocols.

 If the equipment cannot be quickly fixed, adjust the lab activity or

switch to alternative equipment.

 Document the issue for repair or replacement.

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Allergic Reaction:

o Crisis: A student experiences an allergic reaction to a substance used

in the lab.

o Action:

 Recognize the signs of an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing,

swelling, rash) and respond promptly.

 Administer any necessary medication (e.g., epinephrine if the

student has a known allergy).

 Seek medical assistance immediately if the reaction is severe.

 Review lab materials for potential allergens and take precautions

for students with known allergies.
Biological Contamination:

 Crisis: There's a spill of a biological substance (e.g., bacteria culture) onto the lab
bench.
 Action:
o Immediately inform everyone in the lab to move away from the affected area.
o Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and a
lab coat.
o Use absorbent materials to soak up the spill.
o Disinfect the area thoroughly following established protocols for biological
spills.
o Report the incident to the teacher or lab supervisor for further guidance.
Gas Leak:

 Crisis: There's a smell of gas in the laboratory, indicating a potential

leak.
 Action:
o Evacuate the laboratory immediately, ensuring all windows and doors
are left open to ventilate the area.
o Do not turn on or off any electrical devices, as this could create a
spark.
o Move to a safe location outside the building and call emergency
services.
o Notify school authorities and follow their instructions for further
action.
 Conclusion :

Risk and crisis management in a laboratory involves identifying hazards,

implementing safety protocols, and preparing for emergencies. This includes
regular risk assessments, proper use of safety equipment, and staff training, to
ensure a safer work environment and swift response to any crises.