LAB SAFETY

1. LAB SAFETY Safety is Your Responsibility

2. No Horse-play in the Lab……

3. Lab Safety • Never work in the laboratory without  proper supervision by an instructor

4. Lab Safety • Knowledge is the best prevention. Read the directions before beginning any lab procedure.

5. Lab Safety • Never work in the laboratory without  proper supervision by an instructor

6. Lab Rules • Never carry out unauthorized  experiments • Come to lab prepared • Follow all lab directions

7. Eye Safety • Eye protection (goggles) must be worn in all labs using chemicals and glassware.

8. Eye Safety • Do not wear contacts when working with chemicals.

9. Clothing Safety • Students should wear durable clothing that covers the arms, legs, torso and feet. (Note: sandals or open-toed shoes should not be worn when working with chemicals, glassware or sharp objects).

10. Clothing Protection • Wear a lab apron to protect clothing. • Secure loose sleeves.

11. Fire Safety • An open flame may be ignited only when  no flammable solvents are in the vicinity. Check to make sure the area is clear.

12. Fire Safety • Never reach across an open flame. • Keep paper away from open flames. This is the most common type of lab fire.

13. Heating Safety • Always remember,hot glassware looks exactly the same as COLD glassware, be careful what you touch.

14. Heating Safety • Use proper procedures when lighting Bunsen burners. • Do not ever leave a flame unattended. • Turn off gas valves when not in use.

15. F i r e • Clothing or Hair are the most dangerous types of lab fire. • If you are involved in a fire stay where you are. Help will come to you.

16. F i r e • If your partner is involved in a fire – get the fire blanket. The teacher will aid you in smothering the fire. • Remember STOP, DROP and ROLL.

17. Chemical Safety • No eating or drinking in the lab. • No chewing gum during labs.

18. Chemical Safety • If chemicals splash into someone's  eyes, act quickly and get them into the eye wash station.

19. Chemical Safety • Never taste any chemical in the lab. • Label all bottles and test tubes containing chemicals.

20. Chemical Safety • Never add water to acids • Always add acid to water

21. Chemical Spills • Treat all spills as hazardous. • Notify your teacher of any chemical spills. • Use proper procedures to clean all spills.

22. Gas Precaution • Do not inhale fumes directly, wave the substance towards you. • Point all test tubes and away from you.

23. Electrical Safety • Never handle electrical equipment with wet hands. • Keep all cords out of water.

24. Emergency Procedures • In case of injury (cut, burn, fire  etc.) Notify the instructor immediately.

25. B r o k e n G l a s s • This is the most common lab accident. • If you break glassware stop and notify the teacher. • Do NOT throw broken glass into the trash can. Place it in the broken glass container.

26. C u t s & S c r a p e s • Report immediately . • There is always a chance of infection . • Do not come into contact with another person’s blood.

27. Emergency Procedures • In case of a fire or dangerous situation, notify everyone who may be affected immediately, be sure  the lab instructor is also notified.

28. Know the Location and Operation of  : • Fire extinguishers • Fire blanket • Exit doors

29. Know the Location and Operation of  : • Telephones • Safety showers and eye wash stations • First Aid Kit

30. Biology Safety • Wear gloves when working with preserved animals. • Handle all living organisms with care and respect.

31. Biology Safety • Use sterile techniques when transferring bacteria. • Never open a petri dish with bacteria or mold cultures.

32. Safety First • Safety starts and ends with you.