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GENERAL INFORMATION
I.
LABORATORY AND CHEMICAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
As in all areas of life, there are risks and hazards involved when working in a chemistry laboratory; however,
these risks can be minimized if safe work habits are exercised. The chemistry laboratory can be a safe place in
which to work if appropriate precautions are taken and a “safety conscious” attitude is practiced when working
in the laboratory. You will be expected therefore, to know and follow the standard safety practices for a
chemistry laboratory listed below.
A. General
1.
Become familiar with the location and use of all safety and emergency equipment in the laboratory. Your
chemistry laboratory is equipped with the following safety equipment.
a)
safety shower
b)
eye wash stations
c)
fire extinguishers
d)
first aid kit
e)
fire blanket
2.
Wear the required safety eye protection in the laboratory at all times. Contact lenses must not be worn
in the laboratory at any time.
3.
Wear shoes that provide protection to your feet. Sandals and clogs are not to be worn.
4.
Long hair must always be tied back as it is a serious fire hazard.
5.
Laboratory coats must be worn to provide protection for your clothing.
6.
Never eat, drink, or smoke in the laboratory. These activities are strictly prohibited.
7.
Never touch your face or put your hands near your eyes or mouth unless you are absolutely certain that
there are no chemicals on your hands. Wash your hands with soap and water frequently and especially
after you complete the laboratory experiments.
8.
Never point a test tube toward yourself or anyone else. Chemicals undergoing reaction may “splatter”
over a large area.
