Aim: What are the laboratory safety rules for this class? Do now: After copying the Aim draw a vertical line in the middle of your paper. Write the headings as follow: Lab Rule Reason for Rule

Lab Rules Rule Reason Do not carry backpacks nor sweaters into the lab area. Do not eat in the lab Do not taste or smell anything in the lab unless instructed by teacher

Lab Rules Rule Reason Do not run or play roughly (at all) in the lab. Do not play practical jokes in the lab Do not do experiments unless instructed by your teacher, do not mix chemicals for "fun."

Lab Rules Rule Reason Avoid spilling material in the laboratory. If anything, spills call your teacher. Ask the teacher how to cleanup. Report accidents immediately Always wash your hands after each lab

Lab Rules Rule Reason Keep equipment and work areas organized and clean Read containers with care before using them Carry microscopes and other pieces of equipment with both hands, using one hand to support the instrument from underneath.

Lab Rules Rule Reason Never use chipped glassware

Emergency procedures You cut yourself Tell me right away There is a fire in the room and I’m not there (unlikely) Use fire extinguisher Need to pick up recently boiled glass Use special equipment Rinse it off with water. Then tell me Chemical spills on your face Tell me right away Water spills near hot plate