SOUTHINGTON
SCIENCE SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES AGREEMENT
SECONDARY STUDENT CONTRACT
To ensure that science experiments are safe, positive learning experiences, students and parents should read, discuss, and sign this science safety rules and procedures agreement. The student and science teacher should each keep a signed, dated copy.
1. Never work in the laboratory without adult supervision.
2. Act in a responsible manner at all times. No horseplay or fooling around will be tolerates in lab areas.
3. Perform only the experiments as directed. Do not do anything which is not part of an approved experimental procedure. Follow all instruction given by your teacher or supervisor.
4. Report all accidents, and/or injuries to your teacher or supervisor IMMEDIATELY.
5. Be prepared to do the lab. Read the procedures to ensure proper understanding. Ask if you have questions.
6. Wear appropriate, protective equipment: goggles, gloves, and or aprons when needed.
7. Know locations and operation of emergency equipment: fire extinguisher, blanket, eyewash, shower, gloves, and first aide supplies. Know what to do in case of an emergency.
8. Wear covered shoes (no sandals). Clothing should not be floppy as some is flammable.
9. Tie back long hair to keep away from flames and chemicals.
10. Never taste or smell a chemical unless instructed otherwise (in some cases it may be necessary to smell something).
11. Turn off heat source whenever you are not using it. Never operate it unattended.
12. Treat burns immediately by putting burned area under cold water for 15 minutes.
13. Clean up all spills immediately using appropriate equipment or material. This includes water.
14. Treat all chemicals with the respect they deserve. Know the hazards before you handle the material.
15. Wash off chemicals splashed or spilled on your skin immediately for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothes immediately.
16. Never return unused reagents to the reagent bottle. Take only what you need. Don’t contaminate the reagents.
17. Dispose of chemical properly. Follow the directions given. Containers are available for broken glass.
18. Never take chemicals, supplies or equipment out of the classroom.
19. Clean your lab area, put away materials, and wash your hands at the end of the lab.
20. Eating or drinking is not allowed in the work area. Eating is limited to the approval of the teacher outside of the lab area.
21. List your allergies or other medical problems on the bottom of this page. If the experiment deals with something to which you are allergic, consult with your teacher or supervisor prior to the activity.
I, ______have read, understand, and agree to follow these science safety rules and procedures. I agree to abide by any additional instructions, written or verbal, provided by my science teacher.
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Student’s signature Date
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Parent’s signature Date
List any allergies or medical problems that your teacher should be aware of: ______