Biology- Lab Safety

safety goggles

-To be worn over eyes with strap securely over your head-Can be worn over corrective eyewear-Prevents harm from chemicals and foreign objects-Can be easily transported for offsite experiments· To be worn for the entire investigation wile using:-Chemicals-Crushing of solid materials-Use of heat or fire

lab apron

-To be worn over clothes-Protects from spills and splashes

Gloves

-Protects your hands from corrosive chemicals and volatile solvents-Should be close-fitting so that the wearer can perform suitable activities requiring dexterity

Lab rules (work in Parts of 4)

· Wear appropriate protective equipment (Gloves, goggles, aprons)-Tie back long hair-Tie back or remove articles of clothing that can touch the chemicals or flames-Wear closed toed shoes NO sandals-Never eat or drink in LAB- Always know location of safety equipment before beginning.-Know where exits are-Never work alone in a lab-Only work on authorized activity-Only work when a teacher is present-Keep are clean throughout and make sure lab station is clean when leaving-Always wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before leaving-If chemical spills occur, tell the teacher immediately and follow instructions given. ----Wash affected area on body with water for 15 minutes.-Safety always comes first.-When in doubt, ask the teacher.L

Name the responsibilities in lab

· Everyone is responsible for lab safety· You are responsible for your own safety· You are responsible for the safety of others

Safety Shower

-For emergency use only-When large amounts of hazardous materials are splashed, used to flush flush the affected area-Always know the location and how to use-If conducting a lab outside of class, always have another source of water, such as a hose or large container of water.

Eye/Face Wash

-Fountain with nozzles pointed at the eyes-Directs forceful stream at the eyes- Used when hazardous materials is splashed on eyes or face to flush the affected area-Portable eye washes can be used when working outside of the class-Use for 15 minutes

Fire Exxtinguisher

-Mounted on the wall near exit-Always point nozzle at base of fireØ PASS-PULL pin-AIM at base of fire-SQUEEZE handle-SWEEPING motion

fire blanket

-Used to wrap a student if any part of the students clothing catches on fire.-Stored in a marked container on the wall