Health and Safety Associated with the Investigation

##Understanding Health and Safety Regulations

Risk Assessment: Identify any potential risks or hazards associated with the investigation. Take into account factors such as the materials being used, the techniques applied, and the environment where the investigation is taking place.
Mitigation Measures: Know how to minimise these risks. This might include using protective clothing and equipment, properly disposing of materials, or changing the investigation environment.
Safety Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with key health and safety regulations specific to each science discipline. Whether you’re working in physics, chemistry, or biology, different guidelines apply.

##Safe Experimentation Practices

First Aid: Understand basic first aid procedures in case of an accident. If there are specific risks associated with your investigation, know the corresponding first aid responses.
Emergency Procedures: Know the emergency procedures for your investigation setting. This includes being aware of exit points, knowing how to use emergency equipment, and understanding who to contact in case of an emergency.
Equipment Safety: Use all equipment safely. This means using protective equipment where necessary, not using any equipment if its safety status is unknown, and always using equipment in the manner it’s designed for.

##Documenting Safety Measures

Risk Management Documentation: Document any identified hazards, the mitigation measures put in place to minimise the risks, and any actual incidents that occur.
Health and Safety Legislation: Be aware of the laws and regulations governing science investigations in your area. The legislation may require certain records to be collated and kept.
Safety Training Evidence: Keep evidence of any health and safety training undergone before the investigation. Proof of competence in working in a laboratory setting or with specific materials may be required.