Science Lab Safety Contract

I 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 teacher. I will cooperate to the fullest extent with my teacher and fellow students to maintain a safe lab environment. I will also closely follow the oral and written instructions provided by the teacher. 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.

SAFETY REULES
1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the science room. Horseplay, practical jokes, and pranks will not be tolerated.
2. Put bags away in the spaces provided.
3. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully. Ask your teacher questions if you do not understand the instructions.
4. Do not touch any equipment, supplies, animals, or other materials in the science room without permission from the teacher.
5. Perform only authorized and approved experiments. Do not conduct any experiments when the teacher is out of the room.
6. Never eat, drink, chew gum, or taste anything in the science room.
7. Keep hands away from face, eyes, and mouth while using science materials or when working with either chemicals or animals.
8. Wear safety glasses or goggles when instructed. Never remove safety glasses or goggles during an experiment. There will be no exceptions to this rule!
9. Keep your work area and the science room neat and clean.
10. Clean all work areas and equipment at the end of the experiment. Return all equipment clean and in working order to the proper storage area.
11. Follow your teacher’s instructions to dispose of any waste materials generated in an experiment.
12. Report any accident (fire, spill, breakage, etc.), injury (cut, burn, etc.), or hazardous condition (broken equipment, etc.) to the teacher immediately.
13. Consider all chemicals used in the science room to be dangerous. Do not touch or smell any chemicals unless specifically instructed to do so.
14. Always carry a microscope with both hands. Hold the arm with one hand; place the other hand under the base.
15. Treat all preserved specimens and dissecting supplies with care and respect.
a. Do not remove preserved specimens from the science room.
b. Never cut any material towards you—always cut away from your body
c. Use scalpels, scissors, and other sharp instruments only as instructed.
d. Report any cut or scratch from sharp instruments to the teacher immediately.
16. Never open storage cabinets or enter the prep/storage room without permission from the teacher.
17. Do not remove chemicals, equipment, supplies, or animals from the science room without permission from the teacher.
18. Handle all glassware with care. Never pick up hot or broken glassware with your bare hands.
19. Use extreme caution when using matches, a burner, or a hot plate. Only light burners when instructed and do not put anything into a flame unless specifically instructed to do so. Do not leave a lit burner unattended.
20. When instructed to use a Bunsen burner, make sure that scarves and ties are tied back or tucked in to keep them well away from the flame.
21. Wear aprons when instructed.
22. Learn where the safety equipment is located and how to use it. Know where the exits are located and what to do in case of an emergency or fire drill.

Dear Parent or Guardian, You should be aware of the safety instructions your son/daughter has received about working in the science laboratory. No student will be permitted to perform laboratory activities unless this contract is signed. Your signature indicates that you have read this contract and will instruct students to follow these rules and procedures in the laboratory.