Navigating Lab Safety: Essential DOs and DON'Ts

The video, led by Mr. Bezanson, emphasizes lab safety in science classrooms. It covers essential do's and don'ts, such as wearing protective gear, handling chemicals safely, maintaining cleanliness, and avoiding pranks. The video also highlights the importance of proper disposal and storage of chemicals, safe handling of sharp objects and hot glassware, and the necessity of knowing emergency equipment locations. Following these guidelines ensures a safe and enjoyable lab experience.

What should you never wear on lab days?

• Closed-toed shoes

• Open-toed shoes

• Safety goggles

• Lab coats

What is the correct method to smell a chemical?

• Directly inhale it

• Use the wafting method

• Smell it from the container

• Ask a friend to smell it

What should you always do before and after a lab?

• Use your phone

• Eat a snack

• Wash your hands

• Touch your face

What should you wear when handling strong acids or bases?

• A hat

• No protection

• Sunglasses

• Gloves

What should you do if you spill chemicals?

• Leave the lab

• Report it to your lab instructor

• Clean it up yourself

• Ignore it

What should you never do with hot glassware?

• Touch it with bare hands

• Use tongs

• Use rubber grabbers

• Handle it carefully

What should you do before dumping chemicals down the sink?

• Ask your teacher for permission

• Dump them immediately

• Mix them with water

• Pour them into a container

What should you never do with a Bunsen burner?

• Use it for heating

• Leave it unattended

• Adjust the flame

• Turn it off after use

Where should you never go without permission?

• The cafeteria

• The library

• The storage closet

• The classroom

What should you always know the location of in a science classroom?

• The teacher's desk

• The exit door

• The shower

• The windows