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PURPOSEScience is a hands-on laboratory class.You will be doing many laboratory activitieswhich require the use of hazardouschemicals. Safety in the science classroomis the #1 priority for students, teachers, andparents. To ensure a safe science classroom,a list of rules has been developed and providedto you in this student safety contract.These rules must be followed at all times.Two copies of the contract are provided. Onecopy must be signed by both you and a parentor guardian before you can participatein the laboratory. The second copy is to bekept in your science notebook as a constantreminder of the safety rules.GENERAL RULES1. Conduct yourself in a responsible mannerat all times in the laboratory.2. Follow all written and verbal instructionscarefully. If you do not understanda direction or part of a procedure, ask theinstructor before proceeding.3. Never work alone. No student may workin the laboratory without an instructorpresent.4. When first entering a science room, donot touch any equipment, chemicals, orother materials in the laboratory areauntil you are instructed to do so.5. Do not eat food, drink beverages, orchew gum in the laboratory. Do not uselaboratory glassware as containers forfood or beverages.6. Perform only those experiments authorizedby the instructor. Never do anythingin the laboratory that is not called forin the laboratory procedures or by yourinstructor. Carefully follow all instructions,both written and oral. Unauthorizedexperiments are prohibited.7. Be prepared for your work in the laboratory.Read all procedures thoroughlybefore entering the laboratory.8. Never fool around in the laboratory.Horseplay, practical jokes, and pranksare dangerous and prohibited.9. Observe good housekeeping practices.Work areas should be kept clean and tidyat all times. Bring only your laboratoryinstructions, worksheets, and/or reportsto the work area. Other materials (books,purses, backpacks, etc.) should be storedin the classroom area.10. Keep aisles clear. Push your chair underthe desk when not in use.11. Know the locations and operating proceduresof all safety equipment includingthe first aid kit, eyewash station, safetyshower, fire extinguisher, and fire blanket.Know where the fire alarm and theexits are located.12. Always work in a well-ventilated area. Usethe fume hood when working with volatilesubstances or poisonous vapors. Neverplace your head into the fume hood.13. Be alert and proceed with caution atall times in the laboratory. Notify theinstructor immediately of any unsafeconditions you observe.14. Dispose of all chemical waste properly.Never mix chemicals in sink drains.Sinks are to be used only for water andthose solutions designated by the instructor.Solid chemicals, metals, matches,filter paper, and all other insoluble materialsare to be disposed of in the properwaste containers, not in the sink. Checkthe label of all waste containers twicebefore adding your chemical waste to thecontainer.15. Labels and equipment instructions mustbe read carefully before use. Set up anduse the prescribed apparatus as directedin the laboratory instructions or by yourinstructor.16. Keep hands away from face, eyes, mouthand body while using chemicals or preservedspecimens. Wash your handswith soap and water after performing allexperiments. Clean all work surfaces andapparatus at the end of the experiment.Return all equipment clean and in workingorder to the proper storage area.17. Experiments must be personally monitoredat all times. You will be assigneda laboratory station at which to work.Do not wander around the room, distractother students, or interfere with the laboratoryexperiments of others.18. Students are never permitted in thescience storage rooms or preparationareas unless given specific permission bytheir instructor.19. Know what to do if there is a fire drillduring a laboratory period; containersmust be closed, gas valves turned off,fume hoods turned off, and any electricalequipment turned off.20. Handle all living organisms used in alaboratory activity in a humane manner.Preserved biological materials are tobe treated with respect and disposed ofproperly.21. When using knives and other sharpinstruments, always carry with tips andpoints pointing down and away. Alwayscut away from your body. Never try tocatch falling sharp instruments. Graspsharp instruments only by the handles.22. If you have a medical condition (e.g.,allergies, pregnancy, etc.), check withyour physician prior to working in lab.CLOTHING23. Any time chemicals, heat, or glasswareare used, students will wear laboratorygoggles. There will be no exceptions tothis rule!24. Contact lenses should not be worn in thelaboratory unless you have permissionfrom your instructor.25. Dress properly during a laboratory activity.Long hair, dangling jewelry, andloose or baggy clothing are a hazard inthe laboratory. Long hair must be tiedback and dangling jewelry and loose orbaggy clothing must be secured. Shoesmust completely cover the foot. No sandalsallowed.26. Lab aprons have been provided for youruse and should be worn during laboratoryactivities.ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES27. Report any accident (spill, breakage,etc.) or injury (cut, burn, etc.) to theinstructor immediately, no matter howtrivial it may appear.28. If you or your lab partner are hurt, immediatelyyell out “Code one, Code one” toget the instructor’s attention.29. If a chemical splashes in your eye(s) oron your skin, immediately flush withrunning water from the eyewash stationor safety shower for at least 20 minutes.Notify the instructor immediately.30. When mercury thermometers are broken,mercury must not be touched. Notify theinstructor immediately.HANDLING CHEMICALS31. All chemicals in the laboratory are tobe considered dangerous. Do not touch,taste, or smell any chemicals unless specificallyinstructed to do so. The propertechnique for smelling chemical fumeswill be demonstrated to you.32. Check the label on chemical bottlestwice before removing any of the contents.Take only as much chemical asyou need.33. Never return unused chemicals to theiroriginal containers.School Name_ __________________________________ Teacher______________________Student Safety Contract© 2015 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction permission is granted to science teachers who are customers of Flinn Scientific, Inc. Batavia, Illinois, U.S.A. No part of this material may be reproduced ortransmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including, but not limited to photocopy, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from Flinn Scientific, Inc.34. Never use mouth suction to fill a pipet. Use a rubber bulb or pipet pump.35. When transferring reagents from one container to another, hold the containers away from your body.36. Acids must be handled with extreme care. You will be shown the proper method for diluting strong acids. Always add acid to water, swirl or stir the solution and be careful of the heat produced, particularly with sulfuric acid.37. Handle flammable hazardous liquids over a pan to contain spills. Never dispense flammable liquids anywhere near an open flame or source of heat.38. Never remove chemicals or other materials from the laboratory area.39. Take great care when transporting acids and other chemicals from one part of the laboratory to another. Hold them securely and walk carefully.HANDLING GLASSWAREAND EQUIPMENT40. Carry glass tubing, especially long pieces, in a vertical position to minimize the likelihood of breakage and injury.41. Never handle broken glass with your bare hands. Use a brush and dustpan to clean up broken glass. Place broken or waste glassware in the designated glass disposal container.42. Inserting and removing glass tubing from rubber stoppers can be dangerous. Always lubricate glassware (tubing, thistle tubes, thermometers, etc.) before attempting to insert it in a stopper. Always protect your hands with towels or cotton gloves when inserting glass tubing into, or removing it from, a rubber stopper. If a piece of glassware becomes “frozen” in a stopper, take it to your instructor for removal.43. Fill wash bottles only with distilled water and use only as intended, e.g., rinsing glassware and equipment, or adding water to a container.44. When removing an electrical plug from its socket, grasp the plug, not the electrical cord. Hands must be completely dry before touching an electrical switch, plug, or outlet.45. Examine glassware before each use. Never use chipped or cracked glassware. Never use dirty glassware.46. Report damaged electrical equipment immediately. Look for things such as frayed cords, exposed wires, and loose connections. Do not use damaged electrical equipment.47. If you do not understand how to use a piece of equipment, ask the instructor for help.48. Do not immerse hot glassware in cold water; it may shatter.HEATING SUBSTANCES49. Exercise extreme caution when using a gas burner. Take care that hair, clothing and hands are a safe distance from the flame at all times. Do not put any substance into the flame unless specifically instructed to do so. Never reach over an exposed flame. Light gas (or alcohol) burners only as instructed by the teacher.50. Never leave a lit burner unattended. Never leave anything that is being heated or is visibly reacting unattended. Always turn the burner or hot plate off when not in use.51. You will be instructed in the proper method of heating and boiling liquids in test tubes. Do not point the open end of a test tube being heated at yourself or anyone else.52. Heated metals and glass remain very hot for a long time. They should be set aside to cool and picked up with caution. Use tongs or heat-protective gloves if necessary.53. Never look into a container that is being heated.54. Do not place hot apparatus directly on the laboratory desk. Always use an insulating pad. Allow plenty of time for hot apparatus to cool before touching it.55. When bending glass, allow time for the glass to cool before further handling. Hot and cold glass have the same visual appearance. Determine if an object is hot by bringing the back of your hand close to it prior to grasping it.QUESTIONS56. Do you wear contact lenses? YES NO57. Are you color blind? YES NO58. Do you have allergies? YES NOIf so, list specific allergies___________________________________________________________________________AGREEMENTI, ________________________________________________(student’s name)have read and agree to follow all of the safety rules set forth in this contract. I realize that I must obey these rules to ensure my own safety, and that of my fellow students and instructors. I will cooperate to the fullest extent with my instructor and fellow students to maintain a safe lab environment. I will also closely follow the oral and written instructions provided by the instructor. I am aware that any violation of this safety contract that results in unsafe conduct in the laboratory or misbehavior on my part, may result in being removed from the laboratory, detention, receiving a failing grade, and/or dismissal from the course.Student SignatureDateDear Parent or Guardian:We feel that you should be informed regarding the school’s effort to create and maintain a safe science classroom/laboratory environment.With the cooperation of the instructors, parents, and students, a safety instruction program can eliminate, prevent, and correct possible hazards.You should be aware of the safety instructions your son/daughter will receive before engaging in any laboratory work. Please read the list of safety rules above. No student will be permitted to perform laboratory activities unless this contract is signed by both the student and parent/guardian and is on file with the teacher.Your signature on this contract indicates that you have read this Student Safety Contract, are aware of the measures taken to ensure the safety of your son/daughter in the science laboratory, and will instruct your son/ daughter to uphold his/her agreement to follow these rules and procedures in the laboratory.Parent/Guardian SignatureDate© 2015 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction permission is granted to science teachers who are customers of Flinn Scientific, Inc. Batavia, Illinois, U.S.A. No part of this material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including, but not limited to photocopy, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from Flinn Scientific, Inc.Student Safety ContractContinued