2.2.2 Rotating components. 2.2.3 Personal Effects. Maintain a high standard of house-keeping in your area at all times. Familiarise yourself with the components which you will need for your work, and ensure that you understand how your work may be safely undertaken. Do not consume food or drink in the laboratory.
Electronic power is provided to bench areas and to specific machines from dedicated circuits.
In the event of an emergency, power may be switched off by pushing the red button of the EPO switch. Instrumentation and equipment of all types should be placed firmly on bench surfaces with sufficient space to permit safe and convenient access for routine experimental work. Never locate instrumentation etc. On-off switches must be accessible at all times. Shrouds, sleeves or insulating covers should be employed to protect such items and you should verify that these are in place prior to powering-up a circuit.