Lab Safety

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Lab Safety
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PREPARE FOR LAB WORK
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• Study laboratory procedures prior to class.
• Never perform unauthorized experiments.

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• Keep your lab bench organized and free of
  apparel, books, and other clutter.

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DRESS FOR LAB WORK
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• Tie back long hair.
• Do not wear loose sleeves as they tend to get in
  the way.
• Wear closed toe shoes.

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• Wear lab coats during all laboratory sessions.
• Wear safety goggles during all laboratory
  sessions.
• Wear gloves when using chemicals that irritate or
  can be absorbed through the skin.

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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First Aid

• Know how to use the safety shower, eye wash,
  fire blanket and first aid kit.

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AVOID CONTACT WITH CHEMICALS

• Never taste or "sniff" chemicals.
• Never draw materials in a pipette with your
  mouth.

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• When heating substances in a test tube, point the
  mouth away from people.
• Never carry dangerous chemicals or hot equipment
  near other people.

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Other Precautions

• Never eat, drink, or bring food into the
  laboratory. 

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No Playing Around in the Lab
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Place Broken Glass in Appropriate Containers
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• Turn off burners and electrical appliances when
  you leave the lab.

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BEFORE AND AFTER LAB