Safety in the Science ClassroomClass Safety Rules

1. Always follow your teacher’s instructions.

This includes obtaining your teacher’s permission to begin an investigation.

2. Study the procedure before you begin

If you have any questions, ask your teacher. Be sure you understand any safety symbols shown on the page.

3. Follow all safety restrictions

Goggles and a safety apron should be worn when any investigation calls for using chemicals.

4. Never eat or drink in the lab.

Never use lab glassware as food or drink containers. Do not taste any substances or draw any materials into a tube with your mouth. Never inhale chemicals either.

5. If you spill any chemical, wash it off your skin immediately.

Report the spill to your teacher AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!

6. Know the location and proper use of the safety equipment in the classroom. The safety equipment

may include the fire extinguisher, safety shower, fire blanket, first aid kit, and fire alarm.

7. Keep all materials away from open flames.

Tie back long hair and loose clothing. Always slant a test tube away from yourself and others when heating.

8. If a fire should break out in the classroom, report it to the teacher IMMEDIATELY! If your clothing should

catch fire, smother it with a fire blanket or a coat, or get under a safety shower. DO NOT RUN! Move out of the way to allow your teacher to use the fire extinguisher. Then follow the fire drill instructions to leave the classroom.

9. Report any accident or injury, no matter how small, to your teacher.

Have your partner find the teacher immediately.

Do not touch any bodily fluids

10. Thoroughly clean your area and your hands when you are completely finished.Turn off the water and

gas. Disconnect all electrical devices. Return all materials. Dispose of all materials as directed by your teacher.

As a ticket out the door name 10 things that are wrong in the lab on the next slide