1. SCIENCE SAFETY

2. LAB SAFETY In every lab class there is always the danger that you may expose yourself to injury. We are going to go over the basic lab safety rules to keep you safe.

3. ALWAYS follow directions You should always follow all teacher directions explicitly every time you are working on a lab. Do your very best to be a good lab partner, and be kind and helpful.

4. Goggles Goggles should always be worn when chemicals are being heated or mixed. This will protect your eyes from chemicals that spatter or explode. Goggles should also be worn if there is any way that something could damage your eyes.

5. Clean Up all Messes Immediately This is no time to be a pig. Your lab area should be spotless when you start experimenting and spotless when you leave. If not, clean it! You will not be allowed to leave until it is clean.

6. No Eating or Drinking During the Lab When you eat, you run the risk of contaminating your food. There should NEVER be any eating or drinking at the lab stations!!

7. Horse Play…Out!! Horseplay can lead to chemical spills, accidental fires, broken containers, and damaged equipment. Never throw anything to another person, no wrestling, punching or shoving. Always use lab materials for what they are intended for.

8. Fire If there is a fire in the room notify the teacher immediately. Don’t try to put the fire out yourself. There is a fire blanket and shower if necessary.

9. Better Safe Than Sorry If you have questions, or if you are not sure how to handle a particular chemical, procedure, or part of an experiment, ask for help from your teacher. If you do not feel comfortable doing something then don’t do it.

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