Lab Safety

Lab Safety

Everyone is responsible!

General Guidelines

• ALWAYS WEAR GOGGLES!

• No shorts, capri pants, etc.

• No open-toed shoes

• Pull long hair back

• No eating, drinking, or chewing gum in the lab

• No horseplay!

Multiple Choice

What is the first thing you should do if you spill something in the lab?

• Run out of the lab

• Notify your instructor

• Clean it up

Multiple Choice

You should put unused chemicals back into their original containers?

• False

• True

Assume all chemicals are toxic and all liquids are flammable!

Multiple Select

When disposing of waste chemicals you should (check all that apply)

• Check with your instructor

• Place in designated waste containers

• Just wash them down the drain

• Leave them on your lab bench