1. Safety Practices
for
Science Students

2. Eye Safety
Goggles must be worn when using fire, chemicals, or sharp objects and must remain on until instructed by teacher to remove
Eye wash should be used for 15 minutes if chemicals get in eyes

3. Working with
Heat
Fire or

4. 1. Put long hair into ponytail when using heat or chemicals.
2. Use tongs or heavy gloves to handle hot items.
3. Do not put your face or hands over any boiling liquid.
4. Use heat-proof glass.
5. Never point container at anyone while it is being heated.
6. Turn off the heat source as soon as
possible, and do not move it.

5. Electrical
Equipment
Working with

6. Electrical Hazard

7. Do not leave electrical cords where someone could trip over them.
Keep cords away from a heat source and water.
Grasp the plug to disconnect equipment. Do not pull on the cord.
Never use equipment with a frayed cord.

8. Sharp Objects
Working with

9. Sharp/Pointed Object

10. 1. When cutting, place the object on a flat surface
1. When cutting, place the object on a flat surface. Do not hold it in your hand.
2. Always cut away from your body and others.

11. Chemicals
Working with

12. When working with chemicals, you will need to wear safety goggles
When working with chemicals, you will need to wear safety goggles. Regular eyeglasses do not give adequate protection.
Many chemicals require the use of gloves. Check your MSDS sheet or lab write-up for the right equipment.

13. Many chemicals can stain or dissolve fabrics
Many chemicals can stain or dissolve fabrics. Aprons should be worn to protect your clothing.
Check your lab write-up or MSDS sheet to determine if tongs are needed to handle containers of chemicals.

14. 1. Keep your hands away from your face, eyes, and body while using solutions.
2. NEVER taste a chemical unless
instructed to do so by your
teacher.
3. Label containers that are used
to hold chemicals.
4. Never put nose over a chemical
to smell it. Gently wave your
hand over the chemical.

16. 1. Acids and bases easily react with other substances.
2. When acids are combined with water they can splash cause a chemical burn on your skin.
3. If you get any chemical on your clothes or your skin, immediately wash with water, and notify the teacher .

17. Other Symbols Danger Danger to the eyes exists Poisonous materials
from
fumes
Danger to the eyes exists
Poisonous materials

18. Final
Reminders

19. Always follow your teacher’s instructions.
If there is any injury in the lab, notify the teacher immediately!

20. Prevent accidents:
Keep work area neat and clean, and no Horseplay or fooling around in the laboratory!