Lab Safety 8th Grade Science

CCGPS Objective S8CS2. Students will use standard safety practices for all classroom laboratory and field investigations. a. Follow correct procedures for use of scientific apparatus. b. Demonstrate appropriate techniques in all laboratory situations. c. Follow correct protocol for identifying and reporting safety problems and violations.

Lab Safety This is the process to follow in the class laboratory to prevent accidents and injuries from occurring. Lab safety keeps the students and teacher safe.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsAHt0FiwNM

Eye Wash Station Eyewash is a fluid, commonly saline, used in the aid of rinsing of the eye.  Eyewash may also describe the apparatus used to physically wash the eyes in the case that they may be contaminated by foreign materials or substances. Do you notice where the eye wash station is located in our classroom?

Safety Glasses Protective eyewear that usually enclose or protect the area surrounding the eye in order to prevent particulates, water or chemicals from striking the eyes.

Test Tube A common piece of laboratory glassware consisting of a finger-like length of glass or clear plastic tubing, open at the top, usually with a rounded U- shaped bottom.

Beaker A container used for stirring, mixing and heating liquids in many laboratories. Beakers are generally cylindrical in shape, with a flat bottom. Most also have a small spout (or "beak") to aid pouring.

Apron An outer protective garment that covers primarily the front of the body. It will protect clothes in the lab.

Waft to Sniff The method used to properly smell chemicals in the laboratory. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQis0nnap74

Basic Lab Safety to Follow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksnYv7eXcJw

H.O.T.S With a partner determine the difference in preventative and emergency equipment.