Lab Safety Rules

Part of lab safety includes reading the lab procedure...

• before doing the lab

• while doing the lab

• after doing the lab

• only if you think you really need it

It's fine to do random experiments with the lab equipment without teacher permission.

• Ummmm... no!

• Sure- it'd be fine!

When should safety goggles be worn?

• at all times in the lab
• when you feel like it
• when liquids could splash into your eyes OR when using glassware

Horseplay, jokes, and pranks are appropriate in the science classroom at any time.

• True

• False

I will immediately notify the instructor only about major accidents.

• True

• False

I will perform only those activities that have been authorized by the instructor.

• True

• False

What should you do if you break glass in the lab?

• Tell the teacher.

• Sweep up the glass.

• Pick up the glass with your hands.

• Ignore it; the teacher will clean it up when she sees it later.

You should never ______ chemicals in the lab. 

• taste
• touch
• smell
• all of the above

If you are not sure what to do during a lab activity:

• guess
• change lab partners
• ask a teacher
• just sit quietly and do nothing

Keeping your work area neat and clean is important because:

• My teacher is a neat-freak
• I won't lose my supplies in the clutter.
• It keeps the room from looking messy.
• It helps prevent accidents.