Science Lab Safety Contract
Purpose
Science is a hands-on laboratory class. You will be doing many laboratory activities using chemicals, equipment and glassware that can be dangerous if handled improperly. Safety in the science classroom is the #1 priority for students, teachers, and parents. To ensure a safe science classroom, a list of rules has been developed and provided to you in this student safety contract. These rules must be followed at all times. Please print out a copy and keep it in your science notebook as a reminder of the safety rules. You and your parent or guardian must sign the bottom portion of the page, and this must be turned in to Ms. Gonzalez before you can participate in lab activities. If you do not follow the lab safety rules during lab, you will receive 0 points for the lab and will not be able to participate in future labs until your parent/guardian has spoken with Ms. Gonzalez.
Lab Safety Rules
1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory.
2. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully. If you do not understand a direction, ask Ms. Gonzalez before proceeding.
3. Never work alone. No student may work on a lab without an instructor present.
4. When first entering the science classroom, do not touch any equipment, chemicals, or other materials until you are instructed to do so.
5. Do NOT eat food, drink beverages, or chew gum during lab.
6. Perform only authorized experiments. Unauthorized experiments can be dangerous and are prohibited.
7. No horseplay, practical jokes or pranks are allowed in the classroom.
8. Observe good housekeeping practices. Work areas should be kept clean and tidy at all times.
9. Know the locations and operating procedures of all safety equipment, including the first aid kit, eyewash station, and fire extinguisher. Know where the fire alarm and exits are located.
10. Be alert and proceed with caution at all times. Notify the instructor immediately of any unsafe conditions you observe.
11. Dispose of all waste according to the instructions given. Sinks are to be used only for water and those solutions designated by Ms. Gonzalez.
12. Keep hands away from face, eyes, mouth and body while using chemicals or preserved specimens. Wash your hands with soap and water after performing all experiments.
13. When using knives and other sharp instruments, always carry with tips and points pointing down and away. Never try to catch falling sharp instruments.
14. Anytime chemicals, heat or glassware are used, students will wear laboratory goggles. There will be NO exceptions.
15. Dress properly. This means tie back long hair, do not wear dangly jewelry or loose, baggy shirt sleeves. No open-toed shoes are allowed for lab activities.
16. Report any accident or injury to Ms. Gonzalez immediately, no matter how trivial it may appear.
17. If a chemical splashes in your eye(s) or on your skin, flush with running water right away, for at least 20 minutes.
18. Treat all chemicals in laboratory as dangerous. Do not touch, taste, or smell any chemicals unless specifically instructed to do so.
19. Never handle broken glass with your bare hands. Never used chipped, cracked or dirty glassware.
20. 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.
Lab Safety Contract Your signatures below acknowledge that you understand and agree to follow the rules above.
I, ______(student name) , have read and agree to follow all of the safety rules set forth in this contract to ensure my own safety, and that of my fellow students and instructor. ______
Student Signature Date
List any Allergies:______Do you wear contact lenses? Yes or No
Dear Parent or Guardian: I feel that 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. Your signature on this contract indicates that you have read this Science Lab Safety Contract and understand that your son/daughter is expected to follow these rules and procedures. ______
Parent/Guardian Signature Date