Safety Rules

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Safety Rules
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• Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all
  times.
• Follow all written and verbal instructions
  carefully. If you do not understand anything, ask
  for clarification.
• Never work in the lab without the instructor
  present.
• Do not touch any equipment without permission.
• DO NOT EAT OR DRINK in the lab.
• WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES when in the lab. Especially
  when working with heat, acids, bases, or glass.
  NO EXCEPTIONS

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• Perform only authorized experiments. Follow all
  instructions carefully.
• Take lab work seriously. NO HORSEPLAY, PRACTCAL
  JOKES, RUNNING, or PRANKS.
• Keep work area free of unnecessary materials.
  Keep isles clear.
• Know the location and proper use of all safety
  equipment, alarms, and exits.
• When using chemicals work in a well-ventilated
  area or under the hood.
• Be alert and cautions at all times. Notify the
  instructor of any unsafe conditions.
• Dispose of all chemicals and materials properly.
  Follow the instructions for proper disposal.
  NEVER RETURN UNUSED CHEMICALS TO THEIR ORIGINAL
  CONTAINER.

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• Read al labels and equipment instructions.
• Keep hands away from body, face, eyes, nose, etc.
  while working with. Clean hands with soap and
  water after procedure. Clean and wipe work area
  and supplies after completion of lab work.
• Return clean and dry materials to proper storage
  area.
• Do NOT go into the storeroom.
• If there is an emergency or drill, close all
  containers, extinguish all flames, close all
  valves, and shut off all electrical appliances.
• When using knives or sharp instruments, always
  carry with tips and points pointing down and
  away. Always cut away from your body or partners.
  Never try to catch falling sharp objects. Grasp
  by handles.
• TIE BACK LONG HAIR and secure loose clothing and
  dangling jewelry. Shoes must completely cover
  feet. NO FLIP-PLOPS or SANDALS WILL BE WORN IN
  LAB!

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• Report all accidents, breakages, and
  malfunctioning equipment. Report all chemical
  spills immediately.
• If any chemical gets in your eyes, flush them for
  at least 20 minutes w/ fresh water. Notify
  instructor immediately.
• Treat all chemicals as dangerous. Do not handle
  unless you know the proper procedures. Always
  pour acid into water. Never pour water into acid.
• Never handle flammable materials near a flame.
  Always handle over a pan designed to catch
  spills.
• Never remove chemicals and supplies from the lab.
• When heating a test tube hold it so that it
  points away from you and all other people. Never
  look directly into a container that is being
  heated.
• Handle glassware in a safe manner. Hold long
  pieces vertically. Never handle broken glass with
  your hands. Place broken glass in a specific
  container.

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• Inserting and removing glass tubing from rubber
  stoppers can be dangerous. Always lubricate
  glassware before inserting. Always protect your
  hands with towels or gloves. If any difficultly
  is encountered take the equipment to the
  instructor.
• Always grab the plug and not the cord when
  removing an electrical plug from an outlet. Make
  sure your hands are dry before touching a plug,
  switch, or outlet.
• Examine all equipment for damage, chips, cracks,
  or breakage. Report all damaged equipment
  immediately.
• If you do not understand the use of a piece of
  equipment, ask the instructor for help.
• DO NOT PUT HOT GLASSWARE IN COLD WATER.

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• Use caution around open flame. Do not leave any
  open flame or substance being heated unattended.
  Turn off all flames or hot plates when not in
  use.
• Only light burners or turn on hot plates when
  instructed to do so.
• Remember that all heated metals and glass and
  other substances can remain hot for a long time
  after being removed from the heat. They must be
  set aside to cool.
• Use tongs or heat-protective gloves to handle hot
  materials.
• Inform instructor of allergies, asthma, or other
  conditions that may make lab work hazardous.