Safety in the Laboratory

Safety In The Laboratory

1. Approved safety glasses must be worn at all times while in the laboratory.
2. Never work in the laboratory alone or during times not approved by your instructor.
3. You must wear shoes in the laboratory. Sandals and other similar apparel will  not be allowed.
4. Know where all the safety equipment is located and how to use it in case it is   needed.
5. No eating, drinking, or smoking will be allowed in the laboratory.
6. No unauthorized experimentation will be allowed.
7. Avoid sitting on the lab benches. Quite often they contain residues from spills   which may have happened earlier. These spills can and do result in serious burns or damage to clothing.
8. Do not fill pipets by using your mouth for suction.
9. One of the best ways to avoid accidents is to keep the lab clean. All spills and broken glassware should be cleaned up immediately.
10. If it is at all possible, tie back long hair. Remember that hair is extremely flammable.
11. Never heat a closed system.
12. Flammable solvents should not be heated with a flame.
13. Do not heat or mix anything near the face.
14. Review all reagents used in an experiment before using to note their hazards and the precautions needed when working with them.
15. Hands should be washed before leaving the laboratory to remove potentially hazardous chemicals.
16. It is recommended that protective clothing such as a lab coat or apron be worn in the laboratory.
17. Avoid rubbing your eyes in the laboratory.