Hazard symbols
Dos and don'ts
Lab rules
During a practical
100
This is the corrosive symbol, if an item has this it means it will burn your skin or eyes if exposed to them. Severity may vary
100
Should you wear protective goggles?
Yes, if not you could get chemicals in your eyes.
100
Rule concerning eating
No food or drinks in class.
100
What should you do with your hair?
Tie it back so to prevent risk of accidents concerning hair.
200
This is the environmental hazard symbol, if a product has this symbol it means it should not be exposed to the outside environment as it could deeply hurt animals and their ecosystems
200
Should you put objects being heated on a tripod?
Yes, you can also use clamps but you should never use your hands, this is to avoid getting burnt.
200
Rule about teacher's instructions
Always follow the teachers instructions
200
How should you be positioned while doing a practical?
Standing up with no objects around you.
300
This is the flammable symbol, if a product has this symbol keep it away from any type of fire and only use it in a contained environment
300
Should you clean up broken glass or spilled chemicals on your own?
No, you should inform a teacher of the accident so that you avoid the risk of injuring another student.
300
Rule about running in class
No running in class, ever.
300
What should you do if there's any spillage or broken glass?
Report it to the teacher so that no other person gets hurt by it.
400
This is the toxic symbol, if a product has this symbol then it means there is a danger of death if exposed to skin and/or ingested.
400
Should you listen to instructions during class.
Yes, if you don't there is a high probability that there is an accident caused by lack of knowledge on the assignment.
400
Rule about entering the lab
Never enter the lab before the teacher tells you to.
400
What should you do if you cut yourself or get something in your eyes?
Tell a teacher immeadiately to avoid any further damage, don't try to fix it by yourself.
500
This is the health hazard symbol, if a product contains this you should be very careful, this could mean that it's dangerous when breathed in, exposed to your body and overall cause long term damage to your health.
500
Should you run around with chemicals.
No, if you do this you run the risk of spilling chemicals and/or breaking glass.
500
Extra: Can you think of any possible rules?
Always wear safety gear (goggles, lab coat...)
500
What should you do after using chemicals?
Wash your hands