Laboratory Safety Flashcards
1.
Follow all instructions carefully. Use special care when you see the word CAUTION.
2.
Never do laboratory work unless you are being supervised by your teacher.
3.
Always follow the directions given in your lab manual or by your teacher.
4.
Know the location of ALL safety equipment in the laboratory
5.
Always wear protective eyewear and clothing unless instructed otherwise by your teacher.
6.
Never run, push, or engage in horseplay of any kind in the laboratory.
7.
Never eat or drink in the laboratory.
8.
Report any accident, spill, or breakage to your teacher immediately.
9.
Always clean your work area and equipment at the end of the lab period.
10.
Dress properly for the laboratory
a. Roll long sleeves above the wrist
b. Don’t wear loose-fitting sleeves or bulky outwear
c. Tie back long hair
d. Wear safety goggles when using dangerous chemicals hot liquids or burners.
11.
Use care when working with electricity
a. Always make sure electrical cords are kept away from the edge of the table where they can get caught on people passing by
b. Always make sure that your hands are dry before you handle any electrical equipment.
c. Always use electrical equipment in a dry area
12.
Be careful with laboratory glassware.
a. Always check glassware before you use it. Never use glassware that is chipped or cracked. Show this glassware to your teacher.
b. Never use your hands to clean up broken glass.
c. Always be careful when carrying glassware to and from your work area.
13.
Be very careful with heat or fire.
a. Always wear heat-resistant gloves or use tongs to handle hot containers, objects, or materials.
b. Always heat liquids slowly and/or cover to avoid splatting
c. Always turn burners and hot plates off when they are not in use.
d. Never allow flammable materials such as alcohol near an open flame.
e. Notify your teacher in case of a burn. Minor burns should be soaked immediately in cold water.
14.
Use care when working with chemicals. Always read labels.
a. Always treat chemicals found in the laboratory as hazardous.
b. Never taste substances in the laboratory.
c. Never touch substances in the laboratory without specific instructions.
d. Never smell substances in the laboratory without specific instructions.
e. Use materials only from containers that are clearly and properly labeled.
f. Never mix any chemicals unless instructed to do so.
g. Wear goggles and an apron whenever heating chemicals.
h. If you spill any chemical on your skin, wash your skin with running water. If chemicals splash in your eyes, use an eye wash.
i. Notify your teacher immediately of any chemical spills.
