Lab Rules and Safety
Classroom Rules
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1. Follow all written and oral directions. |
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2. No horseplay. |
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3. Wear goggles at all times. |
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4. Clean work station when finished. |
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FLORENCE
In order to ensure that
science experiments are safe and positive learning experiences, students and
their parents should read, discuss and sign this science safety contract.
SAFETY RULES:
1) Follow all instructions given by your
instructor. When uncertain about a
procedure or directions, ask the instructor for clarification. Do not attempt to use any equipment or
materials until instructed.
2) Always wear ANSI A.87 safety goggles in
lab.
3) If contact lenses are worn during labs
involving chemicals, non-vented, labeled goggles must be worn. All other appropriate personal protective
equipment for the lab must be worn.
4) A serious attitude is needed at all
times during lab activities. No
horseplay will be tolerated.
5) NO open-toed shoes are to be worn in the
lab. Long pants or long skirts should
be worn in the lab.
6) NO gum, candy, drinks or other edible
materials are allowed in the lab.
7) NO tasting or smelling is allowed unless
instructed by the teacher.
8) Hands should be kept away from the face
and mouth.
9) NO mouth pipeting is allowed.
10) Always
pour acid into water, NEVER WATER INTO ACID.
11) Broken
glassware must be placed in a specified container.
12) Return
all equipment and materials to designated areas and clean up thoroughly when
finished with the lab activity. Dispose
of chemicals as instructed.
13) Any
accident must be properly reported to the instructor.
14)
15) Know
the location and proper use of the following safety equipment:
a) fire extinguisher g)
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
b) fire blanket h) master shut off for gas and water
c) eye protective devices (goggles, i)
heat sources (Bunsen burner, alcohol
face shields lamps, microwave oven, hot plate,
d) eyewash heat lamps, etc.)
e) safety/drench shower j)
first aid kit
f) emergency call-back button
16) Know
the proper safety procedures for the following situations:
a) fire d) chemical spill
b) chemical splash to the body
e) cuts
c) eye emergency f)
burns
The student must pass a
lab safety test with a minimum score of 80% before participating in lab
activities
Do you wear contact
lenses? _______ Yes _______ No
I have read and agree
to abide by the safety regulations set forth above and also any additional
printed instructions provided by the teacher.
I further agree to follow all other written and verbal instructions
given in class.
________________________________ ___________________________
Student Signature Date
TO THE PARENT:
Your child will be
working in the laboratory during this course.
In order to ensure his/her personal safety, it is important that the
above rules are followed. Failure to do
so may result in your child’s being unable to participate in lab. I understand these rules and agree that my
child will abide by these and all other written and verbal instructions given
in class.
_________________________________ ___________________________
Parent/Guardian
Signature Date