Lab Safety

When it comes to glassware...

• don't use it if it's chipped/cracked

• don't pick it up if it breaks (let the teacher do it)

• dispose of it in the correct container

• all of the above

Never work without...

• good music

• a buddy

• adult supervision

• a snack

During lab, what do you do first?

• read all directions

• wash your hands

• gather your materials

• get the fire extinguisher

Eating, drinking, or chewing gum in the experimental work area is...

• okay, as long as you share

• allowed once you've cleaned up

• encouraged

• forbidden

Should make-up be applied during lab?

• No, the goggles cover your eyes anyway

• No, you should keep things away from your face, eyes, and mouth when using chemicals/specimens in lab

• Yes, when you look good, you feel good

• Yes, it's another barrier to protect you from chemicals

When are you allowed to remove lab safety equipment?

• when your group is done

• when the goggles start fogging up

• when most of the groups are done

• when directed by the teacher

Emergency equipment in our classroom includes:

• eyewash fountain

• safety shower

• fire extinguisher

• fire blanket

If there is an accident, injury, or close call, who should you tell immediately?

• your teacher

• your parents

• your lab partner

• no one

When preparing for lab, you should...

• tie back long hair

• not wear baggy clothes

• wear closed-toe shoes

• watch the Marvel movies so you know what superpowers to expect if you mess anything up

When observing chemicals...

• never taste them

• waft odors toward you

• directly inhale them

• lick them