Why might HAZCHEM signs be more effective than words?
These symbols are internationally recognised, allowing people to quickly identify the hazards without all needing to speak the same language
Do not _____ OR, _____ in the laboratory
eat OR, drink
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health hazard
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toxic
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explosive
Do not ________ the laboratory unless you are with your teacher
enter
Where do you place broken glass in the lab?
In the 'Broken Glass' bucket, at the front of the class
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oxidant
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compressed gas
What do you need to know the location of at all times?
exits
Always _____, never run
walk
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flammable
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wear eye protection
When might you need to use a fire blanket?
To stop a small fire from spreading (reduce oxygen getting to the flame)
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caution / harmful
Do not enter the laboratory unless you are with your _______
teacher
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electrical hazard
What is something you need to clean up?
a spill
Why do you need to keep your bags out of the way in a lab?
So people don't trip on them and cause accidents in the lab
If you see this sign, what hazard might be present?
The floor may be wet and slippery, so take care not to fall
What should you do if you spill something in the lab?
Let the teacher know and then clean it up carefully
What is the purpose of a HAZCHEM symbol
To inform people in the workplace and emergency services what hazardous substances are on the premises
You have to be _________ around equipment.
careful
Following the lab rules, should keep you _________.
safe
If our lab was to evacuate, where is our emergency assembly point?
On the field at the back of the school
If there is broken glass in the lab, would you pick it up with your hands?
No, use a dustpan and brush.
Always walk, never ____
run
Identify the hazard shown by this HAZCHEM symbol
corrosive
Lab Rule: Never ______ equipment in the laboratory unless you are told to use it
touch
Where is our closest fire extinguisher?
If you don't know, this is your homework.
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ecotoxic
You need to _________ in the science lab.
behave
The science lab can be _________.
dangerous