1. Laboratory Safety

3. Rule #1
Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory.

4. Rule #2
Follow ALL instructions carefully. If you do not understand a direction, ASK YOUR TEACHER BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE ACTIVITY!

5. Rule #3
Never work alone in the laboratory.
Teacher’s gotta be there.

6. Rule #4
Do not touch anything in the laboratory area until you are instructed to do so.

7. Rule #5
Perform only those experiments authorized by your teacher. Carefully follow all instructions, both written and oral. Unauthorized experiments are not allowed.

8. Rule #6 Do not eat, drink, or chew gum in laboratory.
Do not use laboratory glassware as containers for food or beverages.

9. Rule #7 Never fool around in the laboratory.
Horseplay, practical jokes, and pranks are dangerous and prohibited.

10. Work areas should be kept clean and tidy at all times.
Rule #8
Work areas should be kept clean and tidy at all times.

11. Rule #9 Be alert and proceed with caution at all time.
If you see something unsafe…
Tell the teacher!

12. Rule #10
Wash your hands with soap and water after performing all experiments.
Keep them out of your eyes and mouth!

13. Rule #11 Pay attention to what is going on.
Keep an eye on your experiments!
Do not wander around the room.
Rule #11

14. Rule #12 Know the location of: first aid kit(s) Fire extinguisher.
Where you at?!
Know the location of:
first aid kit(s)
Fire extinguisher. 
Exits.

15. Know what to do if there is a fire drill during a lab.
Rule #13
Know what to do if there is a fire drill during a lab.
Turn off.
Get out.

16. Rule #14
Any time chemicals, heat, or glassware are used, students will wear safety goggles.

17. Rule #15 Dress properly during a laboratory activity.
Long hair must be tied back, and dangling jewelry and baggy clothing must be secured.
No sandals allowed on lab days.

18. Rule #16
Report any accident or injury to the teacher immediately. Do not panic.

19. Rule #17
If you or your lab partner is hurt, immediately (and loudly) get the teacher's attention.  Do not panic.

20. Rule #18
If a chemical should splash in your eye(s) or on your skin, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. 

21. Never handle broken glass with your bare hands.
Rule #19
Never handle broken glass with your bare hands. 

22. Rule #20 Examine glassware before each use.
Never use chipped, cracked, or dirty glassware.

23. Rule #21
If you do not understand how to use a piece of equipment, ASK THE TEACHER FOR HELP!

24. Do not put hot glassware in cold water. The glassware may shatter.
Rule #22
Do not put hot glassware in cold water.  The glassware may shatter.

25. Use of hot plate is only allowed in the presence of the teacher.
Rule #23
Use of hot plate is only allowed in the presence of the teacher.

26. Let’s avoid this.

27. Rule #24 Heated glassware stays hot! Set it aside to cool.
Use tongs or protective gloves if necessary.

28. Never look into a container that is being heated.
Rule #25
Never look into a container that is being heated.

29. Do not place hot stuff on the table.
Rule #26
Do not place hot stuff on the table.
Ever.

30. Always THINK before you do something!
Rule #27
Always THINK before you do something!

31. Summarize lab safety in a 5-sentence Paragraph.
Assignment
Summarize lab safety in a 5-sentence Paragraph.
Topic: Mr. J. likes skateboarding.
Body: He likes to skate ledges.
Body: He doesn’t skate rails anymore.
Body: He is too old for that nonesense.
Conclusion: Mr. J. likes to skate ledges.