Safety in the Lab

 Rules:

1. You must follow the instructions given by the teacher.
2. You must not enter the lab without supervision/permission .
3.  Report any breakages.
4. Shoes must be worn at all times.
5.  Do not eat or drink in the lab. 
6. If you spill something, tell the teacher then clean it up.
7. Wash your hands after doing experiments.
8. A heatproof mat should always be used when heating.
9. If in doubt, ask the teacher.
10. Never taste or smell chemicals. 

1. Liquids do not go into the bins, because they go in the sink and the liquid can leak onto the floor if in the bin.

2. Solids do not go down the sink because it can get stuck or block the sink, they go into the bin if not used.

3. Wear safety glasses when you do experiments, to protect your eyes and face because you can get seriously hurt if not weaning them. 

4. Put your chair under the desk, and stand at the bench when you do experiments, because you can hurt others or even your self. 

5. Bags do not go on the desks, because you can get your bag covered in chemicals or get it caught on fire.

6. Long hair should be tied back, because your hair can catch on fire and burned.

7. Do not smell the chemicals, because you can pass out/ faint on the table or floor. 

8. Walk, don’t run around the room, because you can trip over and break a bone or any other body parts.

9. Do not eat or drink in the lab, because you can get chemicals on your hand and get sick.