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Lab Safety: Essential Rules and Equipment for Safe Hands-on Experiences

Learn the essential rules for lab safety to prevent accidents and ensure efficient work in the science classroom. Follow safety guidelines, use safety equipment, and practice safe behaviors to create a safe learning environment.

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Lab Safety: Essential Rules and Equipment for Safe Hands-on Experiences

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  1. Lab Safety

  2. Hands-on experiences are essential to learning in science class, but safety must be the first concern! • The following rules exist for your safety. • These rules help to prevent accidents in the lab and allow for more efficient work to occur.

  3. When first entering the science room, do not touch any equipment, chemicals or other materials until you are instructed to do so. • NEVER enter the room if unsupervised.

  4. Stay focused & pay attention to all written and verbal instructions. • Ask questions before proceeding if you are unsure. • Know what you are to do before you do it.

  5. Misbehavior CANNOT and WILL NOT be tolerated! Don’t monkey around! • Immediately notify your teacher of any unsafe conditions you observe. • Work with your group at your station only.

  6. Report all accidents immediately, no matter how small. • This includes broken glass, cuts and scrapes, chemical spills and fire. • Learn the proper techniques for handling these accidents. • Remain calm!

  7. Please note the location and proper use of the following lab safety equipment: • Eyewash Station • Fire Safety Blanket • Fire Extinguisher • First Aid Kit • Office/Nurse Call Button • Telephone

  8. Wear safety goggles and, when needed, gloves while engaging in lab activities. • Proper dress for lab includes: • Tying back long hair • Removing dangling jewelry • Rolling up long sleeves • Securing baggy clothing

  9. NEVER eat or drink in the lab.

  10. Keep hands away from eyes, mouth and body while using chemicals. • Wash your hands with soap and water after performing lab activities. • NEVER touch, taste or smell any chemicals unless specified to do so.

  11. Never rinse anything down the sink without the permission of your teacher.

  12. Note the “SAFETY Cautions” on your lab papers before conducting lab activities.

  13. Use the posted procedure and evacuation route for exiting the classroom and building if necessary.

  14. In fairness to others, clean all glassware, labware and equipment at the end of the lab. • Return all equipment and supplies to the proper storage area.

  15. You and your parents must agree to and sign the safety contract in order to participate in lab activities

  16. Failure to comply with safety guidelines may result in your removal from the class and loss of credit for the work that is done in your absence

  17. PracticeSAFEScience

  18. 1.  Find three BEHAVIORS (something someone is doing) that are unsafe: 2.  Find three BEHAVIORS (something someone is doing) that are safe: 3.  Find three SITUATIONS (the way things are set up) that are unsafe:4.  Find three SITUATIONS (the way things are set up) that are safe.

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