Working in a Laboratory Safety Cabinet (BSC/MSC)

TYPE

Good Laboratory Practice & Health & Safety

LEVEL

University, Apprenticeship, College, Postgraduate

EQUIPMENT

General Laboratory Equipment

Biosafety cabinets (BSCs/MSCs) are essential for conducting research and manufacturing with minimal risk of contamination. Within Eclipse Creator, users can access this collection of protocols designed to improve their understanding of sterile practices when working in and around laboratory BSCs/MSCs. This immersive, tactile training material reinforces the critical habits required for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient workspace.

Before undertaking practical training, every aspiring scientist should have a strong, ingrained understanding of how to:

– Properly clean and disinfect the workspace

– Organise tools and materials for optimal, risk-free workflow

– Handle equipment aseptically

– Dispose of waste appropriately and safely

These behaviours are essential not only to prevent infection and cross-contamination but also to instill confidence in it’s application as a shared working space.

With repetitive practice in MR, users can build muscle memory for key safety cabinet behaviours. These include sanitising hands and products upon entry, or immediately discarding items if contamination is suspected. This builds essential habits that translate seamlessly to real-world lab settings—without the need for in-person practice time, the creation of unnecessary waste or the risk of making costly errors.

SOP List

Sterile Technique
Working in a Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC)

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Learning Objectives

Understand the process of cleaning and setting up the BSC/MSC for use.
Be aware of proper practice associated with preventing contamination within the MSC.
Practice some sterile procedures in the MSC.

Resources

Nuaire is a well-established supplier of equipment designed for demanding laboratory environments, including pharmaceuticals and therapeutics. Their website also provides a range of resources and informative infographics on safety cabinets and sterile working practices. Follow this link.

Working in a Laboratory Safety Cabinet (BSC/MSC)

Learning Objectives

Resources

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