General Safety Rules
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1.
The goggles provided by the
university are to be always worn properly in the lab. 2.
You are to be properly dressed in the
lab. a.
Close-toed shoes. b.
At least a short sleeve shirt. c.
Pants. 3.
No eating or drinking allowed in the
lab at any time. 4.
The lab coats provided by the
university are to be always worn properly in the lab. 5.
No horse play is allowed in the lab
at any time. 6.
Dispose of chemicals properly (see
waste disposal standard operating procedure). 7.
Know where all the safety equipment
is located (fire extinguisher, fire blanket, eyewash stations and shower). 8.
If an accident occurs, notify your TA
as soon as possible. 9.
Follow the procedure of the lab. Do
not attempt any experiments that have not been authorized. 10.
Clean your area after you have
finished the lab. 11.
Wash your glassware properly and
dispose of any broken glassware into the appropriate container (see glassware
standard operating procedure). 12.
Do not run in the lab, walk calmly. 13.
Give people plenty of room when
moving around the lab. Do not crowd around other people. Especially if
someone is carrying chemicals, chemicals or lab equipment such as syringes
and needles. 14.
You should dedicate a pen as a lab
pen and use it strictly for the lab. This will limit exposure of chemicals
outside of lab. Also remember, never put this pen into your mouth and do not
use this pen if you are wearing gloves. 15.
Treat everyone in the lab with
respect and courtesy. 16.
Avoid contact of the chemicals on
your skin. If you do get exposed to chemicals, ensure that you wash the area
properly. If it requires special procedures, follow them. (See chemical
exposure standard operating procedure). |
