LABORATORY SAFETY AGREEMENT

When I am in the laboratory, I will:

1.  wear approved eye protection when needed or directed;

2.  wear sensible clothing and tie back long hair;

3.  avoid absorbing chemicals into my body by:

a.   using great care in detecting odors;

b.   never putting anything into my mouth;

c.   wearing protective gloves when handling chemicals;

d.   washing skin and clothing that comes in contact with chemicals

4.  not attempt any unauthorized experiments;

5.  know where safety equipment is and how to use it;

6.  never work alone;

7.  use the fume hood when necessary or so directed;

8.  dispose of waste and excess materials according to instructions;

9.  use only equipment that is in good condition;

10.  assemble apparatus carefully;

11.  avoid touching hot objects;

12.  use extreme caution when inserting glass tubing into stoppers;

13.  keep the laboratory clean;

14.  handle chemicals with caution by:

a.  reading labels carefully;

b.  using only the amount required;

c.  leaving chemicals in their proper places;

d.   cleaning up all spills immediately with supervision;

e.   labeling all containers to identify their contents

15.  thoroughly wash my hands and face at the end of each laboratory period;

16.  take immediate action as needed in response to burns, splattered chemicals, fire or injuries;

17.  TAKE NO FOOD OR DRINK INTO LABORATORY;

18.  REPORT ANY AND ALL ACCIDENTS/INJURIES NO MATTER HOW MINOR IMMEDIATELY TO MY LABORATORY INSTRUCTOR.