Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Physics Lab

DMRSTI-Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute

Objective:

The objective of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish guidelines and protocols for ensuring the safety of all personnel working in the Physics Laboratory at DMRSTI-Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute. This SOP aims to prevent accidents, injuries, and the mishandling of equipment, chemicals, and materials, thereby creating a secure working environment.

Responsibilities:

Lab Supervisor:

  • Ensure the overall compliance with safety procedures and policies.
  • Provide adequate training to lab users on safety protocols.
  • Maintain an updated inventory of equipment and chemicals.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and report any hazards.

Lab Users:

  • Adhere to all safety guidelines outlined in this SOP.
  • Attend mandatory safety training sessions.
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
  • Report any unsafe conditions or incidents to the Lab Supervisor immediately.
  • Follow proper disposal procedures for chemicals and materials.

Emergency Response Team:

  • Be trained in first aid and emergency response procedures.
  • Assist in evacuations and provide initial medical care if needed.
  • Equipment List:

Laboratory benches and workstations

  • Microscopes, spectrometers, and other analytical instruments
  • Chemical storage cabinets
  • Fume hoods
  • Safety goggles and face shields
  • Lab coats and gloves
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Eye wash stations and emergency showers
  • First aid kit
  • Chemical waste containers
  • Fire blankets
  • Emergency exit signs and evacuation routes
  • Safety Guidelines:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Lab coats, safety goggles, and gloves must be worn at all times when working in the lab.
  • Additional PPE, such as face shields or respiratory protection, should be used as necessary.

Chemical Handling:

  • Label all chemicals with their names, dates, and hazards.
  • Use chemical fume hoods for volatile or hazardous substances.
  • Avoid tasting, smelling, or direct contact with chemicals.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling chemicals.

Equipment Use:

  • Inspect equipment before use for any damage or defects.
  • Follow manufacturer’s instructions for equipment operation.
  • Turn off and unplug equipment when not in use.
  • Emergency Procedures:
  • Know the location of emergency equipment, exits, and fire alarms.
  • In case of fire, use fire extinguishers, fire blankets, or alarms as appropriate.
  • In case of chemical spills or accidents, immediately alert the Lab Supervisor and follow spill response procedures.

  Specific Equipment List:

Sl. No

Equipment and their Description

Quantity

1

Metre Scale made of seasoned hard wood

15

2

Metre Scale made of stainless steel

15

3

Steel tape, 6ft (2M) in length made of stainless steel

5

4

Vernier Calipers with sliding jaws double scale

10

5

Micro-meter Screw gauge

10

6

Spherometer , dial head

10

7

Stop watch

5

8

Parallelogram of forces apparatus

5

9

Simple Pendulum with stand and ball

10

10

Young’s modulus of wires apparatus

5

11

Pascal’s apparatus completes with accessories

5

12

Pressure apparatus to demonstrate the upward pressure in liquids, complete with glass cylinder and vessel

5

13

Communicating vessel with having four branches of unequal cross-sections for showing level of liquids

5

14

Hare’s Apparatus

5

15

Hydrostatic balance

5

16

Bucket and Cylinder, brass 6 cm long to demonstrate the Archimedes Principles

10

17

Nicholson Hydrometer

5

18

Specific gravity bottle, 25 ml Neutral Glass

10

19

Hydrometer, immersion type for measuring specific gravity

5

20

Vacuum pump for conducting for experimental low-pressure physics

2

21

Guinea and Feather apparatus

2

22

Boyle’s law apparatus

1

23

Boyle’s law Apparatus, the best selling demonstration model with a vertical glass tube, 600 X 15 mm, height X external diameter, connected to cylindrical diameter, connected to cylindrical metal oil reservoir, with dual -scale pressure gauge.

1

24

Pascal’s Apparatus to demonstrate that the pressure of a liquid varies with depth and not the shape of the vessel.

2

25

Hydrometers, for simple density demonstrations

1

26

Weighted Glass Bulb, to demonstrate change in density of water on heating. Diameter 40 mm floats in cold water, sinks in hot.

1

27

Density Bottle, BS 733.1P 190 Type 199 (a) and STPTC Schedule VII. With inscription in permanent amber stain.

1

28

Optical Bench Set, this bench set in designed to be simple to operate whilst still giving accurate result

5

29

Thermometers, wall type with Fahrenheit and Celsius double scale ranges 20 to 120 dg. F-5 to 50 dh.  C Kalvin scale Tr. Romer scale Tr.

2 (each)

30

Pullinger’s Expansion Apparatus, Complete with thermometer, spherometer, brass, copper, iron rod and glass plate

3

31

Steam generator, dame of copper, height 3 inch , dia 2 inch

3

32

Calorimeter with stirre, made of copper, height 3 inch , dia 2 inch

5

33

Calorimeter with stirre, made of Aluminum, height 4 inch , dia. 2-1/2 inch

2

34

Conductivity Apparatus, ingen-hausz type complete with different mental rods

1

35

Plane Mirror, 150 X 100 mm

10

36

Concave mirror dia. 5 cm, FL 10-50 cm

10

37

Convex mirror dia. 5 cm, FL 10-50 cm

10

38

Prism , equilateral six cm of face, 50 mm X 50mm

10

39

Glass slab, rectangular 100 X 70 X 20 mm

10

40

Magnifier, Circular ( Reading lenses 0 dia 10 cm

2

41

Optical bench, with light source and other accessories

2

42

Model of telescope, laboratory demonstration type

1

43

Tuning forks with hammer, nickel plated, with plane or screwed shank, frequency 300, Frequency 400, Frequency 500

1 set

44

Resonance apparatus complete with glass tube and retort stand

5

45

Sonometer, resonance box 112 cm X 12.77 cm X 10.2 cm with two brass and steel wires complete with sliding bridges, adjustable pulley and keys, mounted on resonance box with legs.

1

46

See back’s siren Disc, 14.7 cm dia. complete with blow pipe

1

47

Force Board Disc

5

48

Acrylic glass set Squar.CC

10

49

Spring balance , wooden set, glass set of weights

10

50

Spring balance , steel set, glass set of weights

10

51

Regnaults calorimeter with all accessories

5

52

Lux meter (digital)

3

53

Digital thermometer LCD 3.5 digit , Celsius & Fahrenheit temp.

2

54

Digital multimeter

1

55

Digital balance

2

56

Hygrometer

1

57

Dry and wet bulb thermometer

1

58

PH  meter , scale

5

59

Optical bench (metal) including all accessories power supply, bulb object pin screen etc

2

60

Verification of Newton 2nd law 1 Filcher Trolley, Elastic cod, sticker tapper timer, etc with all accessories

2

61

Hot plate Cast iron Solid disc heating plats provided even heat distribution at lower temperature

2

62

Hooks law apparatus

2

63

Michelson/Fabry-Perot Interferometer with all accessories

1

64

Spectrometer (with all accessories)

2

65

Plane diffraction grating

2

66

Discharge tube

2

67

Sodium Flame

2

68

Travelling Microscope

2

69

Bi-Prism arrangement

2

 

Therefore, regularly review and update this SOP to incorporate any changes in equipment, chemicals, or safety protocols.

Conduct regular safety drills and training sessions to ensure all lab personnel are familiar with emergency procedures.

Emphasize the importance of reporting near misses and incidents to improve safety standards.

Ensure all personnel have access to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used in the lab.

Encourage a culture of safety, where all lab users prioritize safe practices and are proactive in identifying and addressing potential hazards.

In conclusion, this SOP serves as a critical document in maintaining a safe and secure working environment in the Physics Laboratory at DMRSTI. Adhering to these guidelines is essential for the well-being of all lab personnel and the successful execution of experiments and research activities.

 

Approved by Authority

Najmus Sakib Rashid, CSE(BUET)

Rector and Managing Director

Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute, Birganj, Dinajpur.

September 16, 2023

 

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Physics Lab

DMRSTI-Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute

Objective:

The objective of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish guidelines and protocols for ensuring the safety of all personnel working in the Physics Laboratory at DMRSTI-Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute. This SOP aims to prevent accidents, injuries, and the mishandling of equipment, chemicals, and materials, thereby creating a secure working environment.

Responsibilities:

Lab Supervisor:

  • Ensure the overall compliance with safety procedures and policies.
  • Provide adequate training to lab users on safety protocols.
  • Maintain an updated inventory of equipment and chemicals.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and report any hazards.

Lab Users:

  • Adhere to all safety guidelines outlined in this SOP.
  • Attend mandatory safety training sessions.
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
  • Report any unsafe conditions or incidents to the Lab Supervisor immediately.
  • Follow proper disposal procedures for chemicals and materials.

Emergency Response Team:

  • Be trained in first aid and emergency response procedures.
  • Assist in evacuations and provide initial medical care if needed.
  • Equipment List:

Laboratory benches and workstations

  • Microscopes, spectrometers, and other analytical instruments
  • Chemical storage cabinets
  • Fume hoods
  • Safety goggles and face shields
  • Lab coats and gloves
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Eye wash stations and emergency showers
  • First aid kit
  • Chemical waste containers
  • Fire blankets
  • Emergency exit signs and evacuation routes
  • Safety Guidelines:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Lab coats, safety goggles, and gloves must be worn at all times when working in the lab.
  • Additional PPE, such as face shields or respiratory protection, should be used as necessary.

Chemical Handling:

  • Label all chemicals with their names, dates, and hazards.
  • Use chemical fume hoods for volatile or hazardous substances.
  • Avoid tasting, smelling, or direct contact with chemicals.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling chemicals.

Equipment Use:

  • Inspect equipment before use for any damage or defects.
  • Follow manufacturer’s instructions for equipment operation.
  • Turn off and unplug equipment when not in use.
  • Emergency Procedures:
  • Know the location of emergency equipment, exits, and fire alarms.
  • In case of fire, use fire extinguishers, fire blankets, or alarms as appropriate.
  • In case of chemical spills or accidents, immediately alert the Lab Supervisor and follow spill response procedures.

  Specific Equipment List:

Sl. No

Equipment and their Description

Quantity

1

Metre Scale made of seasoned hard wood

15

2

Metre Scale made of stainless steel

15

3

Steel tape, 6ft (2M) in length made of stainless steel

5

4

Vernier Calipers with sliding jaws double scale

10

5

Micro-meter Screw gauge

10

6

Spherometer , dial head

10

7

Stop watch

5

8

Parallelogram of forces apparatus

5

9

Simple Pendulum with stand and ball

10

10

Young’s modulus of wires apparatus

5

11

Pascal’s apparatus completes with accessories

5

12

Pressure apparatus to demonstrate the upward pressure in liquids, complete with glass cylinder and vessel

5

13

Communicating vessel with having four branches of unequal cross-sections for showing level of liquids

5

14

Hare’s Apparatus

5

15

Hydrostatic balance

5

16

Bucket and Cylinder, brass 6 cm long to demonstrate the Archimedes Principles

10

17

Nicholson Hydrometer

5

18

Specific gravity bottle, 25 ml Neutral Glass

10

19

Hydrometer, immersion type for measuring specific gravity

5

20

Vacuum pump for conducting for experimental low-pressure physics

2

21

Guinea and Feather apparatus

2

22

Boyle’s law apparatus

1

23

Boyle’s law Apparatus, the best selling demonstration model with a vertical glass tube, 600 X 15 mm, height X external diameter, connected to cylindrical diameter, connected to cylindrical metal oil reservoir, with dual -scale pressure gauge.

1

24

Pascal’s Apparatus to demonstrate that the pressure of a liquid varies with depth and not the shape of the vessel.

2

25

Hydrometers, for simple density demonstrations

1

26

Weighted Glass Bulb, to demonstrate change in density of water on heating. Diameter 40 mm floats in cold water, sinks in hot.

1

27

Density Bottle, BS 733.1P 190 Type 199 (a) and STPTC Schedule VII. With inscription in permanent amber stain.

1

28

Optical Bench Set, this bench set in designed to be simple to operate whilst still giving accurate result

5

29

Thermometers, wall type with Fahrenheit and Celsius double scale ranges 20 to 120 dg. F-5 to 50 dh.  C Kalvin scale Tr. Romer scale Tr.

2 (each)

30

Pullinger’s Expansion Apparatus, Complete with thermometer, spherometer, brass, copper, iron rod and glass plate

3

31

Steam generator, dame of copper, height 3 inch , dia 2 inch

3

32

Calorimeter with stirre, made of copper, height 3 inch , dia 2 inch

5

33

Calorimeter with stirre, made of Aluminum, height 4 inch , dia. 2-1/2 inch

2

34

Conductivity Apparatus, ingen-hausz type complete with different mental rods

1

35

Plane Mirror, 150 X 100 mm

10

36

Concave mirror dia. 5 cm, FL 10-50 cm

10

37

Convex mirror dia. 5 cm, FL 10-50 cm

10

38

Prism , equilateral six cm of face, 50 mm X 50mm

10

39

Glass slab, rectangular 100 X 70 X 20 mm

10

40

Magnifier, Circular ( Reading lenses 0 dia 10 cm

2

41

Optical bench, with light source and other accessories

2

42

Model of telescope, laboratory demonstration type

1

43

Tuning forks with hammer, nickel plated, with plane or screwed shank, frequency 300, Frequency 400, Frequency 500

1 set

44

Resonance apparatus complete with glass tube and retort stand

5

45

Sonometer, resonance box 112 cm X 12.77 cm X 10.2 cm with two brass and steel wires complete with sliding bridges, adjustable pulley and keys, mounted on resonance box with legs.

1

46

See back’s siren Disc, 14.7 cm dia. complete with blow pipe

1

47

Force Board Disc

5

48

Acrylic glass set Squar.CC

10

49

Spring balance , wooden set, glass set of weights

10

50

Spring balance , steel set, glass set of weights

10

51

Regnaults calorimeter with all accessories

5

52

Lux meter (digital)

3

53

Digital thermometer LCD 3.5 digit , Celsius & Fahrenheit temp.

2

54

Digital multimeter

1

55

Digital balance

2

56

Hygrometer

1

57

Dry and wet bulb thermometer

1

58

PH  meter , scale

5

59

Optical bench (metal) including all accessories power supply, bulb object pin screen etc

2

60

Verification of Newton 2nd law 1 Filcher Trolley, Elastic cod, sticker tapper timer, etc with all accessories

2

61

Hot plate Cast iron Solid disc heating plats provided even heat distribution at lower temperature

2

62

Hooks law apparatus

2

63

Michelson/Fabry-Perot Interferometer with all accessories

1

64

Spectrometer (with all accessories)

2

65

Plane diffraction grating

2

66

Discharge tube

2

67

Sodium Flame

2

68

Travelling Microscope

2

69

Bi-Prism arrangement

2

 

Therefore, regularly review and update this SOP to incorporate any changes in equipment, chemicals, or safety protocols.

Conduct regular safety drills and training sessions to ensure all lab personnel are familiar with emergency procedures.

Emphasize the importance of reporting near misses and incidents to improve safety standards.

Ensure all personnel have access to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used in the lab.

Encourage a culture of safety, where all lab users prioritize safe practices and are proactive in identifying and addressing potential hazards.

In conclusion, this SOP serves as a critical document in maintaining a safe and secure working environment in the Physics Laboratory at DMRSTI. Adhering to these guidelines is essential for the well-being of all lab personnel and the successful execution of experiments and research activities.

 

Approved by Authority

Najmus Sakib Rashid, CSE(BUET)

Rector and Managing Director

Dr. Engineer Mamunur Rashid Science and Technology Institute, Birganj, Dinajpur.

September 16, 2023