Answer:
Because each laboratory worker is responsible for his/her safety as well as ensuring that there are no negative
consequences as a result of their actions. Thus, each worker must protect not only himself, but others in
the workplace, the public, and the environment. In-depth safety planning must precede any hazardous
work. Further, many laboratory activities involve materials, equipment or wastes that are regulated, and
these regulations must be taken into account when acquiring, storing or using hazardous materials or
engaging in hazardous processes
