STEM Safety

Know the location and use of all safety equipment in the lab including:

goggles, eye wash, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit.

• Follow Directions

• Be Careful

• Be Responsible

• Clean up

No "horseplay" (messing around like running) in the lab.

• Be Careful

• Be Safe

• Clean up

• Be Responsible

Read and understand all directions and procedures before you start working on your project.

• Follow Directions

• Be Responsible

• Be Careful

• Clean up

Ask for help if you are unsure about anny part of the directions.

• Be Responsible

• Follow Directions

• Be Safe

• Be Careful

Check the cords and plugs of all electrical equipment for damage.

• Be Careful

• Follow Directions

• Be Responsible

• Claen up

Tie long hair back while working with any tools.

• Be responsible

• Follow Directions

• Be Careful

• Be Cautious with chemicals

Report any accidents or damaged equipment to your teacher immediately.

• Follow Directions

• Be Safe

• Be cautious with chemicals

• Clean up

Keep your work area clean.

• Follow Directions

• Clean up

• Be Safe

• Be Careful

Do not taste or smell lab chemicals.

• Clean up

• Follow Directions

• Be cautious with chemicals

• Be Responsible

Chemicals splashed on the skin or in the eyes should be flushed with water as quickly as possible. Report to your teacher immediately.

• Clean up

• Be Safe

• Be Cautious with chemicals

• Follow Directions