1a. Lab Safety Flashcards
Study this deck of flashcards to help you remember the lab safety rules
What must you have before entering the lab?
Permission from a teacher.
What should you do when a teacher gives you instructions?
Follow instructions immediately ( for your own safety!)
What piece of equipment will we ALWAYS wear during experiments?
Eye protection!
We should never remove ___ _________ until the very end of an experiment when everything is tidied away.
eye protection!
___ ________ is useless if it’s on my head!
Eye protection!
If I have ____ ____ it should be tied back during an experiment.
long hair
Why do we always stand during an experiment with our chairs tucked away?
So we can quickly move out the way of any spills or hazards.
What should you do if there is an accident in the lab?
Report it to the teacher immediately.
What should you NEVER do with any chemicals?
Smell, touch, or taste them. (I hope this is obvious!!!)
Why is it forbidden to eat or drink in the lab? (except water in the desk area)
The food, drink, or your hands could be contaminated with chemicals which you then ingest.
Before pouring any chemicals down the sink, what should you do?
Ask the teacher if it’s okay to do so.
What must we make sure stays away from electrical sockets?
water (or any liquids)
When something come into contact with your hands, you should…
wash your hands.
What should you do when there is a small splash or spill on your bench
What about larger spills?
Clean it up safely with a paper towel.
Report larger spills to your teacher.
