Lab Safety Contract

While no human activity is completely risk free, if you use common sense and laboratory sense, you will encounter few problems. Laboratory sense is an extension of common sense. Sensible laboratory conduct won't happen by memorizing a list of rules, any more than a perfect score on a written driver's test ensures an excellent driving record. The true test of laboratory sense is your actual conduct in the lab. The following safety rules apply to all lab activities. For your personal safety and that of your classmates, make following these guidelines second nature in the lab. If you understand the reasons behind them, these safety rules will be easy to remember and to follow.

Rules of Laboratory Conduct

1. Perform laboratory work only when your teacher is present.

2. Your concern for safety should begin even before the activity. Always read and think about each laboratory assignment before starting.

3. Know the location and use of all safety equipment in your laboratory. These should include the safety shower, eye wash, and fire blanket.

4. Wear an apron and protective glasses or goggles when instructed. Tie back loose hair.

5. Clear your table top of all unnecessary materials before starting your work.

6. Never eat or drink in the lab unless instructed to do so by your teacher.

7. If you are instructed to smell something, do so by fanning some of the vapor toward your nose. Do not place your nose near the opening of the container.

8. Respect your equipment and fellow lab workers.

9. Any emergency or laboratory accident, however small, must be reported immediately to your teacher.

10. Return equipment, chemicals, aprons, and protective glasses to their designated locations.

11. Wash hands thoroughly with soap at the end of the lab activity.

12. If in doubt, ask!

Cut here and keep top part in your binder. Return lower part to your teacher.

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 Student signature_________________________________________Date_______

I have read and discussed the lab safety rules with my child.

 Parent signature:________________________________________ Date:______

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