1. Lab Safety

2. 1. Food and Drinks
Food and drinks, should not be consumed in the lab! (yuck!)

3. 2. Long hair and bulky clothing are dangerous.
They can catch on fire or get drawn through chemicals.
Wear appropriate
clothing, including
closed-toed shoes
Tie back long hair.

4. 3. Rings, watches, and jewelry are dangerous.
Dangling jewelry
may catch on a piece
of equipment.

5. 4. Lab Safety: Everyone is Responsible!
"I didn't mean to" and "It wasn't my fault" are two statements that have no place in the lab.
Horse-play will not
be tolerated.

6. 5. Broken Glass: This is the most common accident in the lab.
If you are using the equipment properly, you will NOT get into trouble if something breaks.
If horse-play is involved, you WILL be required to pay for it.

7. Report the breakage to your teacher.
Your teacher will collect the broken glass, not you.

8. 6. Chemical Spills: You are to treat all chemical spills as DANGEROUS.
Stop where you are and let your teacher know.

9. 7. Fire Safety : First: Stop, Drop, and Roll !!!!
Second: Use fire blanket if
necessary.

10. 8. Electrical Safety
Unplug the plug from its socket by pulling on the plug, not the electrical cord.

11. 9. Lab Clean-Up: Dispose of chemicals as directed by your teacher.
Wash and dry all glassware, then store properly.
Clean and dry your lab table.