Risk Analysis and Risk Assessment of Laboratory Work by Fine Kinney Method

Abstract

In this research, risk analysis and evaluation have been carried out using Fine Kinney method within the scope of occupational health and safety. In the risk analysis made in the laboratory, a total of 50 risks are identified. Accordingly, 10 (20 %) are very high risk, 7 (14 %) high risk, 17 (34 %) significant risk, 15 (30 %) probable risk, and 1 (2 %) acceptable risk degree. It is aimed to take these risks under control in laboratory studies and to minimize their effects. Thus, a culture of occupational health and safety should be established and the rules of occupational health and safety should be implemented without compromise. For these reasons, the rules to be observed in laboratory studies are listed below. Employees or researchers involved in laboratory studies should receive occupational health and safety training and this training should be repeated periodically. Emergency plans that may arise from laboratory studies or that may arise from external sources should be prepared, training should be given to team members who are in charge of emergencies, and drills should be carried out periodically. The chemicals used in the laboratory studies should be stored according to their degree of impact, and necessary records should be taken in cases such as use and transportation. Adequate physical environment conditions should be provided for the personnel working in the laboratory studies. Chemical hygiene programs and accident prevention plans should be implemented to prevent accidents.