Book contents
- Frontmatter
- Contents
- Preface
- 1 Curiosity and research
- 2 Overview of experimental analysis and design
- 3 Statistics
- 4 Mathematical models
- 5 Scientific information
- Appendix A Spreadsheets for basic scientific computation
- Appendix B Extract from Galileo's Two New Sciences
- Appendix C Safety in the laboratory
- Appendix D Grading rubrics
- Index
Appendix C - Safety in the laboratory
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 05 June 2012
- Frontmatter
- Contents
- Preface
- 1 Curiosity and research
- 2 Overview of experimental analysis and design
- 3 Statistics
- 4 Mathematical models
- 5 Scientific information
- Appendix A Spreadsheets for basic scientific computation
- Appendix B Extract from Galileo's Two New Sciences
- Appendix C Safety in the laboratory
- Appendix D Grading rubrics
- Index
Summary
Safety contract
This is an overview of ways to reduce the risk of an accident and to minimize the impact of one if it does occur. The most important part of laboratory safety is the prevention of accidents. However, it is also important to understand how to respond to the various kinds of accidents that can occur in a laboratory setting. You are responsible for reviewing the following rules and following them. The most common laboratory safety equipment is listed below and you are responsible for knowing its location in your laboratory and knowing when and how to use it.
Proper attire Proper laboratory attire includes long pants, close-toed shoes, and shirts that cover the full torso. If you work with any chemicals in the laboratory, you must arrive wearing the appropriate clothing. If not, you may be asked to change clothing before engaging in your experiment, especially if you are using chemicals. Always stand – do not sit – when working with chemicals since in the event of a spill, ability to move out of the way is critical.
Cleanliness and safeness of work area You will always be expected to maintain a clean and uncluttered work area. Be sure to clean and return all materials to the appropriate storage space before leaving the lab. If left unclean and/or cluttered, you will be required to return to the lab on your own time and clean up what you left behind.
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- Research Methods for Science , pp. 204 - 209Publisher: Cambridge University PressPrint publication year: 2011