Safety in the LaboratoryUnit 1 – Introduction to Physics

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Rule OneSafety will be followed at all times.

This classroom is a combination classroom.

It is a lecture room and a laboratory.Therefore:

You will always treat it as a laboratory.

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Rule TwoYou will behave as a responsible science

student.Accidents can happen even to the most

careful of students.Therefore:

You will read, understand and practice your safety contract.

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Rule ThreeFollow all oral and written instructions

provided by instructor.Not taking the time to listen and read

can lead to accidents.Therefore:

You will practice good reading and listening skills.

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Rule FourKnow how to properly use the safety

equipment provided.Not knowing how to use the safety

equipment can slow response to emergency situations.

Therefore:Take the time to educate yourself on

how to use the equipment.

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Rule FiveAlways inform the instructor of any

safety issues and accidents.The instructor is trained to respond to

emergencies.Therefore:

Always notify the instructor!

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Caution Graphic

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Always wear your goggles!

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Always wear appropriate footwear.

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Always add acid to water.

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Flush eyes for 20 minutes.

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Always tie hair back.

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No Horse play in the Laboratory

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Results of Horseplay in the Laboratory

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Be careful when using electrical equipment and electricity

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Always be alert in the laboratory!