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Perform only those experiments autho- rized by the instructor. Never do anything in the laboratory that is not called for in the laboratory procedures or by your instructor. Carefully follow all instruc- tions, both written and oral. Unauthorized experiments are prohibited.

General Safety Precautions Mild headaches or dizziness may be symptoms of overexposure to organic vapors. Always work with flammable organic liquids in a hood or well-ventilated lab. Wear chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, and a chemical-resistant apron.

Avoid direct contact with any chemical. Never smell, inhale or taste laboratory chemicals. Always wash hands and arms with soap and water after removing gloves and before leaving the work area. Never eat, drink, chew gum or tobacco, smoke or apply cosmetics in the laboratory.

Science lab safety is critical to that experience! Experiments that go awry often have the potential to harm or frighten students, potentially putting the class off exploring science any further.

A laboratory poses potential risks due to exposure to corrosive and toxic materials, flammable solvents, high pressure gases, explosive chemicals and dangerous microbes. A little care and adherence to prescribed safety guidelines will help avoid laboratory mishaps.

General Laboratory Safety Rules Know locations of laboratory safety showers, eyewash stations, and fire extinguishers. ... Know emergency exit routes. Avoid skin and eye contact with chemicals. Minimize all chemical exposures. No horseplay will be tolerated. Assume that all chemicals of unknown toxicity are highly toxic.

Teaching, Learning, and Practicing Science Safely means that before you do an experiment, demonstration or activity... YOU KNOW the hazards. YOU KNOW the worst things that could happen. YOU KNOW what to do and how to do it if they should happen.