Roles in a Laboratory Setting

Front

Materials Manager

Back

Collects necessary equipment.

Ensures equipment in good shape and clean.

Returns clean, unbroken equipment.

Ensures lab station clean and organized after lab.

Front

Data Recorder

Back

Verifies measurements and records observations completed by group members

Records data on lab sheet.

Ensures all group members get information recorded on their own data sheet if required.

Front

Team Coordinator/Spokesperson

Back

Reads out directions to guide group

Answers teacher questions (after conferring with group.)

Person who gets directions clarifications from instructor.

Lead spokesperson for group presentation.

Front

Safety Coordinator/Time Keeper

Back

Reminds peers of safety rules and procedures.

Ensures team members follow safety rules and procedures.

Addresses any potential hazards (ex. reminding members to keep safety glasses on).

Monitors time during the experiment

Ensures group focus stays on task.