SAFETY IN THE SCIENCE LABORATORY

Read instructions before starting experiments; Follow all directions carefully

Don’t touch anything until instructed to do so;

Perform only those experiments authorized by the instructor;

Do not eat food,drink beverages or chew gum in the lab;

Absolutely no horseplay in the lab!

Keep work areas clean and tidy; Keep aisles clear;

Know the locations and operating procedures of all safety equipment Safety shower

Eyewash station

Fire blanket

Fire extinguisher

Dispose of all chemical waste properly, according to instructions; Clean equipment and work area after use; Return all materials to proper location

Keep hands away from face, eyes and mouth while using chemicals; Wash hands thoroughly before leaving lab;

Goggles must be worn at all times during a lab; NO YES

Dress properly during a lab; Tie long hair back No dangling jewelry No loose, baggy clothing

No sandals (shoes should completely cover top of foot) Wear lab aprons No contact lenses

Report any accident or injury to the instructor immediately;

If a chemical splashes on your skin, immediately flush with running water and notify instructor

When checking a chemical for odors, gently waft vapors towards nose; NO YES

Double check labels on chemical bottles Take only as much chemical as you need; Never return unused chemicals to their original containers;

When diluting acids always add the acid to the water; “Do as you oughta – add acid to water”

Never handle broken glass with your bare hands; Use a dust pan and brush Place broken glass in glass disposal container

Never use chipped, cracked or dirty glassware; Never leave a lit burner unattended; When heating a substance in a test tube, never point the mouth of the test tube at yourself or others;

Never look down into a container that is being heated; Be careful – hot glass doesn’t look hot!

Never pipet by mouth! NO! YES!

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