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What MUST you be wearing at all times when working with liquids, chemicals, burners, or glassware?
safety glasses
What should students with long hair do when working with chemicals, flames, and lab equipment?
Tie back their hair.
Prior to starting an experiment, what should students read?
The directions for that lab. Remember to read them twice.
When doing a lab, what should students do with their personal belongings?
Move them away from the lab area.
If an accident or injury happens during class, what should the students do?
Report it immediately to the teacher.
After the lab is over, it is the responsibility of both partners or the whole team to...
Clean up the work station
Why is it bad to eat, drink, or chew gum in the lab?
You could accidentally ingest something you shouldn't./ You could mess up the lab results if you spill.
Name three things you should do to dress safely in a lab (besides wear safety glasses).
Wear safe shoes (close-toed, slip-proof, flat), tie back long hair, wear short sleeves, remove jewelry
When is it acceptable to begin handling the lab materials?
After the teacher has reviewed the directions and told you to begin.
What are two things you should never do when working with a heat source?
Never reach over it or leave it unattended.
What should a student do if they accidentally damage a piece of equipment or spill their lab materials?
Report the accident to the teacher right away.
What should you do before and after every lab to make sure you don't contaminate lab materials or other surfaces?
Wash your hands
Why is it important to keep your lab station clean and uncluttered?
To avoid messes or accidents caused by heat or chemicals getting on things they shouldn't.
Where is the eye wash station in this room?
Attached to the sink closest to Mrs. Adams' computer.
What should you do before using one of the sinks in the classroom?
Make sure you have permission/ Ask the teacher
What are two things you should never do when working with an open container of liquids, chemicals, or other materials that could easily spill??
Never reach over it or leave it unattended.
