1. Food Science
Lab Safety
Procedures

3. What’s Wrong?

4. Scientist work in labs and conduct experiments as they probe the deepest mysteries of how our world works. Conducting scientific investigations is a way for students to learn about the scientific method and explore science as a career. However, science labs often contain health and safety hazards. Science lab rules help prevent dangerous and even potentially fatal accidents.

5. 1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the kitchen laboratory.

6. 2. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully.
If you do not understand a direction or part of a procedure, ASK YOUR TEACHER BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE ACTIVITY.

7. 3. Never work alone in the laboratory.
No student may work in the kitchen/science classroom without the presence of the
teacher

8. 4. When first entering a foods/science room, do not touch any
equipment, chemicals, or
other materials in the
laboratory area until
you are instructed to do
so.

9. 5. Perform only those experiments authorized by your teacher.
Carefully follow all instructions, both written and oral. 
Unauthorized experiments are not allowed.

10. Do’s and Don’ts in the Science Lab
1. Do Wear Eye Protection 2. Do Wear Gloves 3. Do Wear Closed-Toed Shoes.

11. 4. Do Practice Fire Safety 5. Do Handle Glassware Safely 6
4. Do Practice Fire Safety 5. Do Handle Glassware Safely 6. Do Practice Electrical Safety

12. 7. Do Keep Notes 8. Do Be Prepared For Your Work in the Lab/Kitchen.

13. 9. Do Report Any Accident to the Teacher Immediately. 10. Don’t Panic.

14. 11. Don’t Eat or Drink in the Lab. (Exceptions are made in Food Labs)

15. 12. Don’t Use Excessive Force 13. Don’t Leave a Mess 14
12. Don’t Use Excessive Force 13. Don’t Leave a Mess 14. Don’t Remove Chemicals or Other Materials From the Lab.

16. Horseplay, Practical Jokes, and Pranks are Dangerous and Prohibited.
15. Don’t Fool Around in
the Lab.
Horseplay, Practical Jokes, and Pranks are Dangerous and Prohibited.