Question | Answer |
Always obtain your teacher's permission to begin a lab | True |
Study the procedure. If you have questions | ask the teacher |
Use the safety equipmnet provided for you | Goggles and a lab apron should be worn. |
Never eat or drink in the lab. Never inhale chemicals | Do not taste any substances. |
If you spill a chemical, | immediately wash chemicals off with water. Let your teacher know immediately. |
Know the location and proper use of the fire exteinguisher, safety shower, fire blanket, first aid kit, and fire alarm. | True |
Keep all materials away from | open flames. |
Tie back long hair and | do not wear loose clothing. |
If a fire breaks out in the lab, or if you catch fire, | smother it witht he fire blanket or safety shower. NEVER RUN. |
Report all accidents or injury, no matter how small to | the teacher. |
Use a pipette bulb. Never | pipette solutions by mouth. |
Always wear closed toed shoes. | Sandal and flip flops are not allowed! |
NO horse play or loud talking in lab | True |
Always pour acid | into water, always! |
Turn off the | water and gas |
Disconnect | all electrical devices |
Return materials | to their places |
Dispose of chemicals and other materials | as directed by the teacher. |
Clean your | work area |
Wash your hands thoroughly after | working in the laboratory |
Burns | Apply cold water. Call your teacher immediately. |
Cuts and Bruises | Stop any bleeding by applying direct pressure. Cover cuts with a clean dressing. Apply cold compresses to bruises. Call your teacher immediately. |
Fainting | Leave the person lying down. Loosen any tight clothing and keep crowds away. Call your teacher. |
Foreign Matter in the eye | Flush with plenty of water. use an eyewash bottle or fountain for 15 minutes. |
Poisoning | Note the suspected poisoning agent and call your teacher immediately. |
Any spills on the skin | Flush with large amounts of water or use safety shower. Call your teacher immediately. |
MSDS | Material Safety Data Sheets |
Chemicals are rated on potential hazardability using | diamond shaped system |
Diamond shaped system has two parts that are always standard: | A color code and a numerical Hazard Rating |
Red | Flammability |
Yellow | Reactivity |
Blue | Health |
White | Special Hazard |
Flamability | Should not be used in direct sunlight |
Reactivity | Conditions may ignite under; degree of combustibility |
Special Hazard | Unusual concerns/precautions |
NFPA | National Fire Protection Agency |