Science Safety Procedures

Be responsible at all times in the science classroom Be responsible at all times in the science classroom! Horseplay, practical jokes, and pranks are not allowed.

Follow all instructions and directions carefully. Ask Mrs Follow all instructions and directions carefully. Ask Mrs. Saaristo questions if you do not understand what to do.

Do not touch any materials unless you have permission to do so.

Never eat, drink, chew gum, or taste anything while in the science room (unless told to do so!)

While we are performing experiments, please keep your hands away from your face, eyes, and mouth. Wash your hands with soap and water before you leave the room!

Always wear your safety goggles when instructed Always wear your safety goggles when instructed. Never remove your goggles during an experiment.

Keep your work area and the science room neat and clean Keep your work area and the science room neat and clean. Make sure to put all extra papers and work from other classes in your binder or science notebook before class starts.

Clean your work area and any equipment you use before the end of class Clean your work area and any equipment you use before the end of class. Please make sure that materials are returned to their proper place in the room (back to the shelves, into the proper container, etc.).

Report any accident, injury, or unsafe materials to Mrs Report any accident, injury, or unsafe materials to Mrs. Saaristo immediately!

Do not smell or touch any chemicals we are using unless instructed to do so.

Handle all items with care and respect.

HOMEWORK Complete the Safety Bumper Sticker. Your bumper sticker must: Have little to no white space. Use the whole bumper sticker to complete your design. Represent one of the eleven science safety rules. Have NO misspelled words. Be cut out. Have your name written in pencil on the back of the bumper sticker.