Many of the Following Safety Guidelines Will Apply in Your Science Class

Participating in lab-based science classes can be fun and exciting. Instructors spend time preparing interesting, hands-on activities to help you learn the principles of science. As a lab-based science student, you have a responsibility to play an appropriate, active, and safe role in what is done in class.

Many of the following safety guidelines will apply in your science class:

1. Perform no unauthorized experiments, and mix chemicals only according to instructions. Study the procedures! If you have questions, ask!

2. Familiarize yourself with the safety equipment and their location in the room (lab) that the instructor will point out to you: fire extinguishers, fire blankets, showers, eyewash fountains, fire exits, spill control materials, etc.

3. Use safety equipment provided for you or purchased by you, the student. Safety goggles must be worn when working with flames, irritating or caustic chemicals, during dissections, and moving objects that may come in contact with the face or eyes.

4. Remain standing during all lab activities, unless directed by the instructor not to do so.

5. Handle all chemicals carefully and in the proper manner (chemical spoon, glassware, paper towel, etc.). Equipment and chemicals should be used only in the classroom and only when the instructor is present.

6. Keep all materials away from an open flame. Appropriate and safe attire will be worn at all times.Dress properly during a laboratory activity. Long hair, dangling jewelry, and loose or baggy clothing are a hazard in the laboratory. Long hair must be tied back, and dangling jewelry and baggy clothing must be secured. Shoes must completely cover the foot. No sandals!!!

Contact lenses may not be worn during designated laboratory activities.

7. Always replace caps, covers, and stoppers on chemical containers.

8. Keep all chemicals away from your eyes, ears, nose and mouth. If a chemical should splash in your eye(s) or on your skin, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. Immediately (and loudly) yell out the instructor's name to get the instructor's attention.

9. No eating of any kind in the laboratory, and never use lab glassware as food or drink containers. Do not taste any substances.

10. Your work area should be left clean at the end of each period. Clean up according to your instructor’s instructions.

11. Immediately report any accidents, injuries, or spills, no matter how small, to the instructor.

12. Deposit waste materials in the proper containers. Sinks and drains are not wastebaskets; don't put any solid materials in them.

13. When heating chemicals in a container, keep the open end pointed away from you and away from others near you. Never heat a test tube with a stopper on it or any closed container (FYI, a thermometer is a closed container).

14. Playing, running, teasing, or any behavior that causes a threat to you and others will not and shall not be permitted in the classroom or lab.

JohnL.LeFloreMagnetHigh School

Lab Safety Policies

Mrs. K. Robinson

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Safety Contract

I, ______, have read and understand the safety rules listed above. I recognize my responsibility and pledge to observe all safety rules in the science classroom at all times. ______Student’s Signature Date

Parent

I have read and understand the lab safety policies. I recognize my child’s responsibility to follow the policies and policies stated in it. ______Parent’s Signature Date