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Basic Lab Safety

The chemistry laboratory includes hazards and risks!  Work in the lab can involve the use of corrosive and toxic chemicals, flammable solvents, and equipment that can cause injury.  Whether taking a lab course or working on a research project, students are expected to be familiar with and conscientiously abide by these established safety practices and procedures.

[Based on the American Chemical Society publications Safety for Introductory Chemistry Students (2010) and Safety in Academic Chemistry Laboratories (2003).]

Safety Procedures - General Guidelines
General information on accident prevention
Safety Procedures - Laboratory Protocol
Safety procedures to follow in the lab
Safety Procedures - Personal Protection
Guidelines for personal safety in the chemistry lab
Safety Procedures - Housekeeping
Safety procedures based on clean and healthy environment
Chemical Health Hazards
Information on potential hazards in work with chemicals