+ Unit 1 - Laboratory Mrs. Callender Chemistry September 2010 Chemistry Laboratory Safety
+ How do I avoid getting hurt in lab? LESSON ESSENTIAL QUESTION:
+ NO horsing around in the laboratory area.
+ Always wear goggles….. Or you may end up with a chemical burn…..
+ Know the locations of safety equipment.
+ What NOT to do with a fire blanket!
+ Never leave your Bunsen burner unattended. Tie your hair back if it is long.
+ Report any accident to your teacher.
+ 6. Be prepared for your experiment. Read your procedure before you come to class.
+ 7. No one can work WITHOUT the teacher present. WORK WITHOUT TEACHER
+ 8. NO food or drink in the laboratory area.
+ Never perform unauthorized experiments in the chemistry lab.
+ Be a good housekeeper.
+ Always be positive that it is safe to put something in the sink or in the regular trash container.
+ Wash your hands after performing all experiments.
+ Never return unused chemicals to the original container.
+ Read your chemical labels.
+ Explanation of MSDS Symbols
+ Examine glassware for cracks.
+ Do not put hot glassware in cold water.
+ Hot glassware looks the same when cold. Don’t burn yourself.
+ Never look into the top of a container or test tube when it is being heated.