Laboratory Safety Rules
SAFETY IN THE SCIENCE LABORATORY Ms. Rizzacasa Biology/AP Biology
General Guidelines Conduct yourself in a responsible manner;
Don’t touch anything until instructed to do so;
Read instructions before starting experiments Follow all instructions carefully
Perform only those experiments authorized by the instructor
Do not eat food,drink beverages or chew gum in the lab
Keep hands away from face, eyes and mouth while using chemicals Wash hands thoroughly before leaving lab
Keep work areas clean and tidy; Keep aisles clear
Goggles must be worn at all times during a lab NO YES
No sandals (shoes should completely cover top of foot) Wear lab aprons No contact lenses
Dress properly during a lab –Tie long hair back –No dangling jewelry –No loose, baggy clothing
Absolutely no horseplay in the lab!
While Working in the Lab: [Handle volatiles in a chemical fume hood
Know the locations and operating procedures of all safety equipment Safety Shower
Eyewash station
Fire extinguisher
When checking a chemical for odors, gently waft vapors towards nose NO YES
Double check labels on chemical bottles Take only as much chemical as you need; Never return unused chemicals to their original containers;
Never handle broken glass with your bare hands –Use a dust pan and brush –Place broken glass in glass disposal container
Never use chipped, cracked or dirty glassware; Never leave a lit burner unattended; When heating a substance in a test tube, never point the mouth of the test tube at yourself or others;
Dispose of all chemical waste properly, according to instructions; Clean equipment and work area after use; Return all materials to proper location
Report any accident or injury to the instructor immediately
If a chemical splashes on your skin, immediately flush with running water and notify instructor
When diluting acids always add the acid to the water –“Do as you oughta – add acid to water”
Never look down into a container that is being heated; Be careful – hot glass doesn’t look hot!
Never pipet by mouth NO YES
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