Objective :

To lay down the procedure of Do’s and Don’ts to be followed in Microbiology Laboratory.

Scope:

Applicable to Microbiology Lab.

Responsibility:

All persons working in Microbiology Lab.

Procedure:

Do’s in Microbiology Lab

• Always maintain cleanliness & hygienic conditions in Lab.
• Personal hygiene and good habits should be practiced while working in Microbiology Laboratory.
• Immediately clean the testing area after completion of the work using disinfectant solution.
• Extensive Care & precautions should be exercised while working in Lab.
• Ensure no contamination should happen while handling the samples.
• “Entry-Exit Procedure for Microbiology” Lab should be strictly followed.
• Always wear clean Lab coat/Apron.
• Display Instructions in different areas & they shall be followed strictly.
• Before starting your job & after completion, wash & sanitize your hands with Antiseptic solution.
• Switch ON the Laminar Air Flow at least 30 minutes prior to starting up the activity.
• Always use MILLI-Q / Purified water for the preparation of media, assay dilutions and other microbiological work.
• Always use proper gowning, face mask, head caps & clean gloves while working in Lab.

  Don’ts in Microbiology Lab

• Do not enter in the area in case of any cut / wound on the body.
• Do not enter in the area in case of ill health condition.
• Avoid coughing, sneezing and yawning in the testing area.
• Do not wear dirty Aprons or Uniforms in Lab.
• Don’t use dirty, unclean or punctured garments or gloves.
• Do not carry any ornaments, earrings, wrist watch or any such unwanted articles along with you.
• Do not chew, smoke, eat or drink in lab area.
• Do not bring any food items along with you in lab area.
• Avoid unnecessary contact with walls and other surface in areas.
• Never pick up any items fallen on the floor with gloves or forceps in working rooms.
• Never use exposed or contaminated media, reagents, water etc. in Microbiology Laboratory.
• Do not bring unclean or any dirty articles in the Microbiology Laboratory.
• Do not work with bare hands, without facemask, head cap and proper gowning in Microbiology Laboratory.