1. Always
obtain your teacher's permission to begin an investigation.
2. Study
the procedure. If you have questions, ask your teacher. Be sure
you understand any safety symbols shown on the page.
3. Use
the safety equipment provided for you. Goggles and a safety apron
should be worn during an investigation.
4. Always
slant test tubes away from yourself and others when heating them.
5. Never
eat or drink in the lab, and never use lab glassware as food or drink containers.
Never inhale chemicals. Do not taste any substances or draw any material
into a tube with your mouth.
6. If
you spill any chemical, wash it off immediately with water. Report
the spill to your teacher.
7. Know
the location and proper use of the fire extinguisher, safety shower, fire
blanket, first aid kit, and fire alarm.
8. Keep
all materials away from open flames. Tie back long hair and loose
clothing.
9. If
a fire should break out in the classroom, or if yor clothing should catch
fire, smother it with the fire blanket or a coat, or get under a safety
shower. NEVER RUN. Stop, drop, and roll.
10. No
horseplay or running in the science lab.
11. Report
any accident or injury, no matter how small, to your teacher.