Horseplay, practical jokes, or pranks in the classroom are
always against the rules
Long hair in the laboratory must be
tied back or kept entirely out of the way with a hair band, etc.
True or False: Do not leave a lit burner unattended
True
If a piece of equipment is not working properly, stop, turn it off, and tell
the teacher
True or False: All chemicals in the lab (including food and store-bought chemicals) should be treated as if they could be hazardous.
True
When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimen, and other lab substances, always
wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
True or False: Work areas should be kept clean and tidy.
True
When using a razor blade or scalpel, always cut material
away from you
True or False : Laboratory work may be started immediately upon entering the laboratory even if the teacher is not yet present.
False
True or False: You are allowed to enter the chemical preparations/storage area anytime you need to get an item
False
True or False : Never remove chemicals, specimens, or other equipment from the laboratory
True
If a fire erupts, immediately
notify the teacher
True or False : It is okay to pick up broken glass with your bare hands as long as the glass is placed in the trash can
False
You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burned, etc.). First you should
tell the teacher at once
What activities are not permitted in the laboratory
chewing gum: eating: drinking
True or False: Read all procedures thoroughly before performing a laboratory investigation
True
Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laboratory
anytime chemicals, heat, or glassware are used
Before you leave the science room, you should
wash your hands with soap and water; return all equipment to the proper storage area; clean your work area and equipment
After completing an experiment, all chemical wastes should be
disposed of according to your teachers directions
True or False: Always carry a microscope using both hands.
True or False: All unauthorized experiments are prohibited.
True
When handling animals, students should
-open cages with permission; -not tease or handle animals roughly; -report bites or scratches to the teacher immediately
If you do not understand a direction or part of a laboratory procedure, you should
ask the teacher before proceeding
What should NOT be worn during a laboratory activity?
loose clothing; sandals; dangling jewelry