SCIENCE LAB ORIENTATION Flashcards
It provides controlled conditions.
Laboratory
What does the word “Laboratory” come from?
Labore, a Latin word
What does Labore mean?
To Work
What are the 10 Proper Conduct rules in the Laboratory?
- Use the entrance and exit door
- Do not eat, drink inside the laboratory
- No audio devices are allowed inside the laboratory
- Your workplace must be kept clean
- Report all accidents to personnel or teacher
- Do not bring a friend not involved in the experiment
- Return all items after every experiment
- Required to be familiar with the tools and facilities inside the laboratory
- Slide the sink cover to open
- Group leader must be the last to leave the laboratory
What are the 4 Proper Attire rules in the laboratory?
- Proper clothing should be worn
- Covered shoes should be worn at all times.
- For females, hair should be tied
- Wear apron and goggles
What are the 8 Safety Regulation rules in the laboratory?
- If you feel unwell inform the teacher or personnel
- Wear safety goggles
- Be familiar with the safety equipment
- Do not interchange droppers and spatulas
- A wet towel should always be ready
- Use sand incase of a fire
- Do not place your personal belongings above the work area
- Do not bring sharp objects inside the laboratory
What should be applied when there are minor burns?
Running water
What is TPASS?
T - TWIST pin to break safety seal
P - PULL out the safety pin
A - AIM at the base of the fire
S - SQUEEZE the lever
S - SWEEP the nozzle from side to side to extinguish the fire completely
What are the Seven S?
Sort
Sweep
Systemize
Standardize
Safety
Security
Self-discipline
Chemical can catch on fire
Flammable
What is compressed gas?
Gas is stored under pressure
Presence of substances that can cause serious harm when they come in contact with the skin
Corrosive
What is Oxidizing?
Identifies oxidizers, oxidizers are chemicals that facilitate burning or makes fires burn hotter and longer.
General warning, the chemical may irritate the skin
Harmful
What is Health Hazard?
Short or long term exposure could cause serious long term health effects