Science 10

Unit 1: Chemistry

Book 1: Lab Safety &

Equipment

Name: Block:
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 1. Students are not to enter the lab (ie: be at lab benches with lab materials) unless a teacher is present.
Students are NEVER to enter the lab prep room.

2. Never run or ‘muck around’ in the laboratory. During a lab, you MUST remain at your own bench.

3. There is no food or drink permitted in the laboratory. At desks is OK.

4. Water bottles & bags/backpacks are to be left at your desk during labs.

5. NEVER taste or smell any substance in the lab, unless instructed to do so safely by your teacher.

6. Always listen carefully and follow instructions specifically. If there is anything you don’t understand, ask
your teacher. It is very important for your safety that you understand all instructions.

7. Always clean up and return equipment to the correct place when finished an experiment.

8. Keep benches and floor areas tidy. This means all chairs must be pushed in when working at the lab
benches, and extra books/equipment is never to be placed on the floor.

9. Breaks and accidents (even minor) must always be reported to your teacher immediately.

10. NEVER attempt to pick up broken glass. Inform your teacher, and keep others clear of the area.

11. Laboratory equipment and chemicals are ONLY to be used as directed by your teachers’ instructions.

12. Waste products/remains from experiments are to be disposed of as instructed by your teacher. Remember,
not everything is safe to rinse down the sink, or throw away in the bin.

13. Be sure any burning material (eg. Match) is put out completely before throwing away.

14. All hot equipment is to be placed to a heatproof mat, NOT directly on the benchtop.

15. ALWAYS wear safety glasses during experiments with hazardous materials or when heating.

16. Long hair and loose clothing must be tied back during experiments.

17. Long pants & closed toed shoes must be worn during experiments

18. ALWAYS wash your hands after any experiments in the laboratory.

19. Use gas taps & water for EXPERIMENTS only.

20. Bench tops are to be cleaned and disinfected following EVERY practical experiment.

21. When heating or mixing substances, NEVER point towards yourself or others.

22. Never mix chemicals or do your own experiments unless you have permission from your teacher. This is
wasteful, and could be very dangerous.

23. Always rinse/clean glassware following an experiment.

24. Always use tongs to pick up equipment/objects that have been heated

25. If you need to leave a Bunsen Burner, ALWAYS turn it to the visible orange/yellow safety flame

Misbehaviour & breach of safety rules in the laboratory will result in immediate consequences, including
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a ban from participation in any further practical experiments.
 Student Safety Contract
SCIENTIFIC
School Name___________________________________ Teacher______________________
PURPOSE 11. Know the locations and operating proce- 21. When using knives and other sharp
dures, where appropriate, for all safety instruments, always carry with tips and
Science is a hands-on laboratory class. equipment including first aid kit, eye- points pointing down and away. Always
You will be doing many laboratory activi- wash station, safety shower, fire extin- cut away from your body. Never try to
ties which require the use of hazardous guisher, and fire blanket. Know where catch falling sharp instruments. Grasp
chemicals. Safety in the science classroom the fire alarm and exits are located. sharp instruments only by the handles.
is the #1 priority for students, teachers, and
parents. To ensure a safe science classroom, 12. Always work in a well-ventilated area. Use 22. If you have a medical condition (e.g.,
a list of rules has been developed and pro- the fume hood when working with vola- allergies, pregnancy, etc.), check with
vided to you in this student safety contract. tile substances or poisonous vapors. Never your physician prior to working in lab.
These rules must be followed at all times. place your head into the fume hood.
CLOTHING
Two copies of the contract are provided. One 13. Be alert and proceed with caution at
copy must be signed by both you and a par- 23. Any time chemicals, heat, or glassware
all times in the laboratory. Notify the
are used, students will wear laboratory
ent or guardian before you can participate instructor immediately of any unsafe
goggles. There will be no exceptions to
in the laboratory. The second copy is to be conditions you observe.
this rule!
kept in your science notebook as a constant 14. Dispose of all chemical waste properly.
reminder of the safety rules. 24. Contact lenses may be worn provided
Never mix chemicals in sink drains. adequate face and eye protection is pro-
Sinks are to be used only for water and vided by specially marked, non-vented
GENERAL RULES those solutions designated by the instruc- safety goggles. The instructor should
1. Conduct yourself in a responsible man- tor. Solid chemicals, metals, matches, know which students are wearing con-
ner at all times in the laboratory. filter paper, and all other insoluble mate- tact lenses in the event of eye exposure
rials are to be disposed of in the proper to hazardous chemicals.
2. Follow all written and verbal instruc- waste containers, not in the sink. Check
tions carefully. If you do not understand the label of all waste containers twice 25. Dress properly for lab activities. Long
a direction or part of a procedure, ask the before adding your chemical waste to the hair, dangling jewelry, and loose or
instructor before proceeding. container. baggy clothing are hazardous. Long hair
must be tied back and dangling jewelry
3. Never work alone. No student may work 15. Labels and equipment instructions must and loose or baggy clothing must be
in the laboratory without an instructor be read carefully before use. Set up and secured. Shoes must completely cover
present. use the prescribed apparatus as directed the foot. No sandals allowed.
4. When first entering a science room, do in the laboratory instructions or by your 26. Lab aprons have been provided for your
not touch any equipment, chemicals, or instructor. use and should be worn during labora-
other materials in the laboratory area 16. Keep hands away from face, eyes, mouth tory activities.
until you are instructed to do so. and body while using chemicals or pre-
5. Do not eat food, drink beverages, or served specimens. Wash your hands ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES
chew gum in the laboratory. Do not use with soap and water after performing 27. Report any accident (spill, breakage,
laboratory glassware as containers for all experiments. Clean all work surfaces etc.) or injury (cut, burn, etc.) to the
food or beverages. and apparatus at the end of the experi- instructor immediately, no matter how
ment. Return all equipment clean and in trivial it may appear.
6. Perform only those experiments autho- working order to the proper storage area. 28. If you or your lab partner are hurt, imme-
rized by the instructor. Never do anything diately yell out “Code one, Code one” to
17. Experiments must be personally moni-
in the laboratory that is not called for get the instructor’s attention.
tored at all times. You will be assigned
in the laboratory procedures or by your
a laboratory station at which to work. 29. If a chemical splashes in your eye(s) or
instructor. Carefully follow all instruc-
Do not wander around the room, distract on your skin, immediately flush with
tions, both written and oral. Unauthorized
other students, or interfere with the labo- running water from the eyewash station
experiments are prohibited. ratory experiments of others. or safety shower for at least 20 minutes.
7. Be prepared for your work in the labo- 18. Students are never permitted in the Notify the instructor immediately.
ratory. Read all procedures thoroughly science storage rooms or preparation 30. When mercury thermometers are broken,
before entering the laboratory. areas unless given specific permission mercury must not be touched. Notify the
8. Never fool around in the laboratory. by their instructor. instructor immediately.
Horseplay, practical jokes, and pranks 19. Know what to do if there is a fire drill
are dangerous and prohibited. HANDLING CHEMICALS
during a laboratory period; containers
must be closed, gas valves turned off, 31. All chemicals in the laboratory are to
9. Observe good housekeeping practices. be considered dangerous. Do not touch,
Work areas should be kept clean and tidy fume hoods turned off, and any electrical
equipment turned off. taste, or smell any chemicals unless spe-
at all times. Bring only your laboratory cifically instructed to do so. The proper
instructions, worksheets, and/or reports 20. Handle all living organisms used in a technique for wafting chemical vapors
to the work area. Other materials (books, laboratory activity in a humane manner. will be demonstrated to you.
purses, backpacks, etc.) should be stored Preserved biological materials are to 32. Check the label on chemical bottles
in the classroom area. be treated with respect and disposed of twice before removing any of the con-
10. Keep aisles clear. Push your chair under properly. tents. Take only as much chemical as
the desk when not in use. you need.
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 Student Safety Contract
SCIENTIFIC Continued
33. Never return unused chemicals to their frayed cords, exposed wires, and loose
original containers. connections. Do not use damaged elec- AGREEMENT
34. Never use mouth suction to fill a pipet. trical equipment.
I, _____________________________
Use a rubber bulb or pipet pump. 47. If you do not understand how to use a __________________(student’sname)have
35. When transferring reagents from one piece of equipment, ask the instructor for read and agree to follow all of the
container to another, hold the containers help. safety rules set forth in this contract.
away from your body. 48. Do not immerse hot glassware in cold I realize that I must obey these rules
36. Acids must be handled with extreme water; it may shatter. to ensure my own safety, and that of
care. You will be shown the proper my fellow students and instructors. I
method for diluting strong acids. Always HEATING SUBSTANCES will cooperate to the fullest extent with
add acid to water, swirl or stir the solu- 49. Exercise extreme caution when using a my instructor and fellow students to
tion and be careful of the heat produced, gas burner. Take care that hair, clothing maintain a safe lab environment. I will
particularly with sulfuric acid. and hands are a safe distance from the also closely follow the oral and written
flame at all times. Do not put any sub- instructions provided by the instructor.
37. Handle flammable hazardous liquids over I am aware that any violation of this
a pan to contain spills. Never dispense stance into the flame unless specifically
instructed to do so. Never reach over an safety contract that results in unsafe
flammable liquids anywhere near an open conduct in the laboratory or misbe-
flame or source of heat. exposed flame. Light gas (or alcohol)
burners only as instructed by the teacher. havior on my part, may result in being
38. Never remove chemicals or other materi- removed from the laboratory, deten-
als from the laboratory area. 50. Never leave a lit burner unattended. tion, receiving a failing grade, and/or
39. Take great care when transporting acids Never leave anything that is being heated dismissal from the course.
and other chemicals from one part of or is visibly reacting unattended. Always
the laboratory to another. Hold them turn the burner or hot plate off when not
securely and walk carefully. in use. Student Signature
51. You will be instructed in the proper
HANDLING GLASSWARE method of heating and boiling liquids Date
AND EQUIPMENT in test tubes. Do not point the open end
of a test tube being heated at yourself or Dear Parent or Guardian:
40. Carry glass tubing, especially long
pieces, in a vertical position to minimize anyone else. We feel that you should be informed
the likelihood of breakage and injury. 52. Heated metals and glass remain very regarding the school’s effort to create
41. Never handle broken glass with your hot for a long time. They should be and maintain a safe science classroom/
bare hands. Use a brush and dustpan to set aside to cool and picked up with laboratory environment.
clean up broken glass. Place broken or caution. Use tongs or heat-protective With the cooperation of the instruc-
waste glassware in the designated glass gloves if necessary. tors, parents, and students, a safety
disposal container. 53. Never look into a container that is being instruction program can eliminate,
42. Inserting and removing glass tubing from heated. prevent, and correct possible hazards.
rubber stoppers can be dangerous. Always 54. Do not place hot apparatus directly on You should be aware of the safety
lubricate glassware (tubing, thistle tubes, the laboratory desk. Always use an insu- instructions your son/daughter will
thermometers, etc.) before attempting to lating pad. Allow plenty of time for hot receive before engaging in any labora-
insert it in a stopper. Always protect your apparatus to cool before touching it. tory work. Please read the list of safety
hands with towels or cotton gloves when 55. When bending glass, allow time for the rules above. No student will be per-
inserting glass tubing into, or removing it glass to cool before further handling. mitted to perform laboratory activities
from, a rubber stopper. If a piece of glass- Hot and cold glass have the same visual unless this contract is signed by both
ware becomes “frozen” in a stopper, take appearance. Determine if an object is hot the student and parent/guardian and is
it to your instructor for removal. by bringing the back of your hand close on file with the teacher.
43. Fill wash bottles only with distilled to it prior to grasping it. Your signature on this contract indi-
water and use only as intended, e.g., rins- cates that you have read this Student
ing glassware and equipment, or adding QUESTIONS Safety Contract, are aware of the
water to a container. 56. Do you wear contact lenses? measures taken to ensure the safety
44. When removing an electrical plug from of your son/daughter in the science
 YES  NO
its socket, grasp the plug, not the elec- laboratory, and will instruct your son/
trical cord. Hands must be completely 57. Are you color blind? daughter to uphold his/her agreement
 YES  NO to follow these rules and procedures
dry before touching an electrical switch,
in the laboratory.
plug, or outlet. 58. Do you have allergies?
45. Examine glassware before each use.  YES  NO
Never use chipped or cracked glassware. Parent/Guardian Signature
Never use dirty glassware. If so, list specific allergies___________
46. Report damaged electrical equipment Date
immediately. Look for things such as ________________________________

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 Scavenger Hunt:
Safety Contract & Rules
Directions: Read the Safety Contract, then use it to fill in the number for the rule described below.
Get ready to hunt!
Ex. ____Rule 1________ Act Responsibly in the laboratory.

_____________ Shoes must completely cover the foot.

_____________ Wash your hands with soap and water after performing all experiments.

_____________ Work areas should be kept clean and tidy at all times.

_____________ Living organisms should be treated humanely.

_____________ Never use mouth suction to fill a pipet.

_____________ Always turn the burner off when not in use.

_____________ While using chemicals or preserved specimens, keep hands away from your body.

_____________ Be prepared for your work in the laboratory. Read all procedures thoroughly.

_____________ If you have a medical condition, check with your physician prior to working in lab.

_____________ If a chemical splashes in your eye(s) or on your skin, immediately flush with water.

_____________ Containers must be closed, gas valves, fume hoods, and equipment must be turned off.

_____________ They should be set aside to cool and picked up with caution.

_____________ Always carry with tips and points pointing down and away.

_____________ Do not touch any equipment, chemicals, or materials until instructed to do so.

_____________Take only as much chemical as you need.

_____________ Keep desk aisles clear.

_____________ Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully.

_____________ Do not wander around the room, distract other students, or interfere with others.

_____________ Lab aprons should be worn during lab activities.

_____________ Grasp the plug, not the electrical cord when removing an electrical plug from its socket.

_____________ Never look into a container that is being heated.

_____________ Hold them securely and walk carefully.

_____________ Report any accident immediately.

_____________ Always work in a well-ventilated area.

_____________ Be very careful when you insert or remove rubber stoppers from glass tubing.

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 Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Class: ____________________
_____________ Always work in a well-ventilated area. 12

_____________ Be very careful when you insert or remove rubber stoppers from glass tubing. 42

_____________ The proper technique for smelling chemical fumes will be demonstrated to you. 31

_____________ Do not eat or drink in the lab or use glassware to eat or drink from. 5

_____________ Contact lenses should not be worn unless you have permission during lab. 24

_____________ Students are not permitted in science storage rooms unless given permission. 18

_____________ Perform only authorized experiments. 6

_____________ Fill wash bottles only with distilled water to clean glassware. 43

_____________ Report damaged electrical equipment immediately. 46

_____________ Do not place hot glassware or objects directly on the laboratory desk. 54

_____________ Hold containers away from your body when transferring reagents. 35

_____________ Never use chipped or cracked glassware. 45

_____________ Never leave a lit burner unattended. 50

_____________ Handle flammable hazardous liquids over a pan to contain spills. 37

_____________ Carry glass tubing in a vertical position. 40

_____________ Never work in the lab without the instructor present. 3

_____________ Do not immerse hot glassware in cold water. 48

_____________ Dispose of all chemical waste properly. 14

According to the Safety Contract:

What are 3 examples of conducting yourself responsibly in the lab? Various answers

4. ___________________________________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________________________________
6. ___________________________________________________________________________

List 3 new words you came across while reading the safety contract, then find their definitions. variable

4. ___________________________________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________________________________
6. ___________________________________________________________________________
 ASSIGNMENT #3: Complete Activity 1.1, "Quick Check" Q #1-2,
Vocab of Lab Equipment Safety Worksheet & Dress the Part
this assignment is to be completed in this workbook.

Activity 1.1: Safety in the Laboratory

Question
Where is the safety equipment located in your chemistry laboratory?
Procedure
1. In the space below, draw an outline map of your chemistry laboratory, including every item in Table 1.1.3. which appears in
the room

2. Are there items missing that could contribute to safety in your lab? List them below:
Dress the Part
Background: There are several pieces of clothing that
have been developed specifi cally for use in the science
laboratory. You have probably already used protective
goggles, a lab apron, and protective gloves while working in
the classroom science lab. In this activity you will identify
different pieces of protective equipment, and think of
situations in which you should use them.

Directions: Below are three pictures of protective equipment for the science lab.
a) write the name of each item
b) write a scenario in which you would need that protection.

Name:
When to Wear:

Name:
When to Wear:

Name:
When to Wear:

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