RULES AND REGULATIONS IN THE LAB

Question 1

REFRESHER

Avoid horseplay in the lab. Walk, do not run.

Answer 1

NOTED

Question 2

Eating and drinking is not allowed in the lab.

Answer 2

NOTED

Question 3

REPORT UNUSUAL ODORS IN THE LAB TO THE INSTRUCTOR

Answer 3

NOTED

Question 4

DO NOT WORK IN THE LAB WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF INSTRUCTOR OR STAFF

Answer 4

NOTED

Question 5

PERFORM ONLY ASSIGNED LAB ACTIVITIES. READ ALL LABELS/ DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.

Answer 5

NOTED

Question 6

REPORT TO THE LAB INSTRUCTOR ALL PERSONAL INJURIES OR CONDITIONS WHICH APPEAR TO BE UNSAFE

Answer 6

NOTED

Question 7

Know the location and operational details of all laboratory emer gency safety equipment,disposal procedures and evacuation routes

Answer 7

NOTED

Question 8

.Do not wear any kind of contact lenses when working in the lab.

Answer 8

NOTED

Question 9

Wear acceptable clothing and required protective covering while working in the laboratory.

Answer 9

NOTED

Question 10

Wear appropriate safety goggles near hazardous chemicals and other potential eye hazards.

Answer 10

NOTED

Question 11

Do not sit in the vicinity of open flames or other lab. hazards.

Answer 11

NOTED

Question 12

All aisles in the laboratory must be kept open at all times.

Answer 12

NOTED

Question 13

Secure long hair when working in the vicinity of open flames or other laboratory hazards.

Answer 13

NOTED

Question 14

Keep personal belongings out of the work area.

Answer 14

NOTED

Question 15

Take precautions to protect skin.clothing and belongings from contamination.

Answer 15

NOTED

Question 16

Wash hands and thoroughly clean work area before leaving the area.

Answer 16

NOTED

Question 17

Always leave gas outlets in off position when Bunsen Burner not in use

Answer 17

NOTED

Question 18

Before a spill is cleaned up immediately notify the instructor/lab.assistant. ~Chemical spills on skin flood area water Chemical spills on table/floor neutralize acids or bases and clean up all chemicals using Spill Blankets.

Answer 18

NOTED

Question 19

Never pour chemicals back into the original reagent container: keep all containers of chemicals clean and dry

Answer 19

NOTED

Question 20

Avoid placing reagent bottles or other caustic agent on top of desk

Answer 20

NOTED

Question 21

Pour chemicals from the bottle on the side away from the label (to avoid label damage).

Answer 21

NOTED

Question 22

Return all containers of chemicals to the appropriate location (do not remove chemicals from the area,unless directed otherwise). Be sure all bottles are properly closed when you finish using them.

Answer 22

NOTED

Question 23

Never taste a chemical or substance in the lab

Answer 23

NOTED

Question 24

If you must determine the odor of a substance, gently fan (waft) a little of the vapor toward your nose with your hand, but keep your face at a safe distance.

Answer 24

NOTED

Question 25

When heating a substance in a test tube,never point the tube toward yourself or anyone else:bubble vapor can eject contents violently

Answer 25

NOTED

Question 26

If a fire occurs in a beaker or evaporating dish, it can be extinguished by covering the vessel with a watch glass or wet towel. More extensive fires should be extinguished with fire extinguisher or a fire blanket.

Answer 26

NOTED

Question 27

Beware of hot glassware.Use tongs,clamps, asbestos gloves, etc. to handle hot glassware.

Answer 27

NOTED

Question 28

When diluting strong acids, pour acids slowly into water while mixing slowly and carefully. Never add water to acid

Answer 28

NOTED

Question 29

Be familiar with the properties and hazards associated with all chemicals use in the laboratory exercises.

Answer 29

NOTED

Question 30

Beware of electrical equipment with frayed or bare wires or faulty switches or plugs

Answer 30

NOTED

Question 31

Clean all laboratory tables and other work surfaces with the proper cleaning agent after each use.

Answer 31

NOTED