Science Lab Safety

Lab Safety Rap Lab Rap! Pay attention to the lyrics...

TPS (Think Pair Share) Quick write: 1. (T) List 3 rules from the rap. 2. (P) Turn to your partner and discuss why the rules you chose are important. 3. (S) Let’s share the rules with the class!

General Safety Rules Listen carefully to the teacher’s instructions.* Always follow all directions.* Ask questions if you don’t know what to do!

General Safety Rules Never put materials in your mouth. Do not taste anything unless the teacher tells you to do so. Never smell any unknown material. If your teacher tells you to smell something, wave your hand over the material to bring the smell toward your nose.

Pop Question! What word in the rap song was used to describe how to bring a smell towards your nose since you’re never suppose to smell something directly?

Pop Question! Answer: Waft

General Safety Rules Do not touch your face, mouth, ears, eyes or nose while working with anything in the lab: Keep your hands away from your FACE! Tie back long hair...ladies. Role up loose sleeves.

General Safety Rules Never mix any chemicals unless you are told to do so. Clean up your work space after each lab and put all materials away. Always wash your hands with soap and warm water after handling lab work.

Emergency Safety Rules Report all spills and clean them up right away. Report all accidents and injuries to the teacher, no matter how small!

Science Lab Expectations Act Responsibly during all science activities. No playing around in lab or during activities. It will result in the loss of lab privileges.

Pop Question! What are the most important lab safety rules?

Pop Question! Answer: Listen carefully to the teachers instructions and always follow directions.

Assignment: Make a safety sign that includes pictures and words to show a safety rule. Work in partners. Must be in color. Can show you following the rule or breaking the rule, but must show what the rule is!