Lab Safety

Safety goggles are needed.

Wear a lab apron.

Handle breakable materials, such as glassware, with care.

Use an oven mitt to handle hot materials.

Wear plastic gloves when working with chemicals and organisms.

Use a clamp or tongs to pick up glassware that is hot.

Before you work with flames, make sure to tie back your hair and any loose clothing.

When working with flammable materials, make sure there are no flames, sparks or other sources of heat.

Do not let any poisonous chemical come into contact with your skin, and do not inhale its vapors.

Work in a well ventilated area and avoid inhaling vapors directly.