Lab Safety and Equipment

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Lab Safety and Equipment

• Mr. Brands Chemistry Classes

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SAFETY FIRST

• Hands-on experiences are essential to learning in
  science class, but safety is the first concern!
• The following rules exist for your safety.
• These rules help prevent accidents in the lab and
  allow for more efficient work to occur.

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When you come in

• Do NOT touch any equipment, chemicals or other
  materials until you are instructed to do so.
• Use equipment ONLY as instructed by your teacher

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Some good advice

• Stay focused pay attention to all written and
  verbal instructions.
• Ask questions before proceeding, especially if
  you are unsure of something!
• Know what you are to do before you do it.

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• Misbehavior CANNOT and WILL NOT be tolerated!
• If you act inappropriately, you will be removed
  from the lab
• Removals equate to ZEROS for that grade.
• Immediately notify your teacher of any unsafe
  conditions you observe.Work with your group at
  your station only.

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• Report all accidents IMMEDIATELY, no matter how
  small.
• This includes broken glass, cuts and scrapes,
  chemical spills and fire.
• Learn the proper techniques for handling these
  accidents.
• Remain calm!

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Please note the location and proper use of the
following lab safety equipment

• Eyewash Station
• Fire Safety Blanket
• Fire Extinguisher
• First Aid Kit
• Office/Nurse Call Button

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Wear safety goggles and, when needed, gloves.

• Proper dress for lab includes
• Tying back long hair
• Removing dangling jewelry
• Rolling up long sleeves
• Securing baggy clothing

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NEVER, EVER eat or drink in the lab.

• Keep hands away from eyes, mouth, and body while
  using chemicals
• Wash your hands with soap and water after
  performing lab activities
• NEVER touch, taste or smell any
  chemicals unless specified to
  do so.

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Note the SAFETY Cautions on your lab papers
before conducting lab activities.

• NEVER rinse anything down the sink without the
  permission of your teacher.
• Use the posted procedure and evacuation route for
  exiting the classroom and building if necessary.
• Clean ALL glassware, labware and other equipment
  at the end of the lab.
• Return ALL equipment and supplies to the proper
  storage area.

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• You and your parents MUST agree to, sign AND
  RETURN the safety contract in order to
  participate in lab activities.

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1.  Find three BEHAVIORS that are unsafe 2. 
Find three SITUATIONS that are unsafe
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1.  Find BEHAVIORS (something someone is doing)
that are unsafe