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Science Lab Safety. Rules and Expectations. Science Safety Symbols . Commonly used May vary slightly. Disposal Alert (Disposal). Care must be taken to dispose of materials properly Special disposal procedures needed for safety. Animal Safety.
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Science Lab Safety Rules and Expectations
Science Safety Symbols • Commonly used • May vary slightly
Disposal Alert (Disposal) • Care must be taken to dispose of materials properly • Special disposal procedures needed for safety
Animal Safety • Care must be taken when handling or studying live animals
Plant Safety • Care must be taken when handling or studying plants • Poisonous plants or plants with thorns are being used
Hand Washing • Wash hands with soap and water after the lab
Irritant (Gloves) • Substances are being used that can irritate the skin • Gloves must be worn
Explosion Safety • The misuse of chemicals could cause an explosion
Poison Safety (Toxic) • Care must be taken when using poisonous substances
Chemical Safety • Chemicals being used can cause burns or are poisonous if absorbed through the skin
Clothing Protection Safety • Substances being used could stain or burn clothing • You must wear an apron
Thermal Safety (Extreme Temperature) • Reminder to use caution when handling hot objects • Wear gloves (or use tongs) when handling hot objects
Sharp Object Safety • There is a danger of cuts or punctures caused by the use of sharp objects
Fume Safety • Chemicals or chemical reactions could cause dangerous fumes
Eye Safety • A danger to the eyes exists • Safety goggles must be worn when this symbol appears
Biological Hazard (Biological) • There is a danger involving bacteria, fungi, or protists.
Electrical Safety • Care must be taken when using electrical equipment
Fire Safety (Open Flame) • Care should be taken around open flame
Flammable (Open Flame Alert) • The use of an open flame could cause a fire or an explosion
Other important safety info. • Fire escape routes • Tornado shelter • Fire blanket • Eye wash • First Aid kit http://sciencewithsandy.com/safety/safequip.htm http://sciencewithsandy.com/safety/safeplan.htm -