Laboratory Safety Learn the rules …
…or suffer the consequences
General Rules
Before you begin each lab, understand what you are doing READ THE DIRECTIONS
Know how to correctly use lab equipment. Don’t use glassware that is broken or cracked.
Always wear proper safety apparel. Hair must be secured, apron and goggles must be worn, when working with chemicals, heat, or fire.
Know where to find and how to correctly use safety equipment.
Cut with sharp objects pointed away from you and others.
Report any accidents (or irregular occurrences) to your teacher.
Playing around causes accidents!
Absolutely no food or drink Unless provided by the teacher!
Always clean up your lab area when you are finished Clean the lab table Clean and return equipment Wash your hands
If a piece of electrical equipment has a frayed cord, it should be reported to the teachers and fixed before use
Never use electrical equipment if you have wet hands
If glass breaks during an experiment, inform the teacher so he or she can place the pieces in the designated broken glass container.
ULTIMATELY, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR SAFETY!!!
LIFE SCIENCE RULES
Only handle life science specimens under the direct supervision of your teacher.
Always wash your hands after handling life science specimens.
Physical Science Rules
Waft, don’t whiff
Don’t reach over an open flame Your clothes will ignite!
Point heating test tubes away from others. Use tongs to handle hot test tubes.
Never heat chemicals in a closed container.
Never touch any chemical with your bare hands.
Always add acid to water.
Only dispose of chemicals in designated areas. Trash goes here
Terms to Know! Caution: A warning to be careful Flammable/Combustible: Capable of catching fire or burning easily Caustic/Corrosive: Capable of gradually eating or wearing away an object.
Inhale: To breathe in Ingest: To take in food; eat
It’s a lot of stuff to have to know….
…but our safety is worth the effort.
Explosion Safety Biological Hazard Radioactive Safety Thermal Safety Fume Safety Electrical Safety Fire Safety Eye Safety Open Flame Alert Chemical Safety Poison Safety Disposal Alert Plant Safety Animal Safety Clothing Protection Safety