Agilent Technologies 3100 OFFGEL Fractionator User Manual page 115

Safety 8
Safety Information
If pathogenic, toxic, or radioactive samples are intended to be used in this
WA R N I N G
instrument, it is the responsibility of the user to ensure that all necessary safety
regulations, guidelines, precautions and practices are adhered to accordingly. This
includes also the handling of genetically modified organisms. Ask your laboratory
safety officer to advise you about the level of containment required for your
application and about proper decontamination or sterilization procedures to follow if
fluids escape from containers.
Observe all cautionary information printed on the original solution containers prior
to their use.
Because leaks, spills, or loss of sample may generate aerosols, observe proper
safety precautions.
Agilent 3100 OFFGEL Fractionator covers have not been designed as bioseals for
aerosol or liquid containment.
Handle body fluids with care because they can transmit disease. No known test
offers complete assurance that they are free of micro-organisms. Some of the most
virulent – Hepatitis (B and C) and HIV (I-V) viruses, atypical mycobacteria, and
certain systemic fungi – further emphasize the need for aerosol protection.
Always follow local state and federal biohazard handling regulation when disposing
of biohazardous waste material e.g. contaminated compartment frames.
Handle all infectious samples according to good laboratory procedures and methods
to prevent spread of disease.
Dispose of all waste solutions and products according to appropriate environmental
health and safety guidelines.
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