Chemical Safety

Don't get any on you!
- Wear gloves
- Use chemical goggles
- No mouth pipetting
- Wash hands
Label all containers
- Keep lids on
- Show chemical identity
- Show hazards
Minimize wastes
- Buy less; use less
- Rethink procedures
- Store incompatibles separately
Maintain a chemical inventory
Don't eat or drink in labs
Work in hoods
- Keep hoods clear
- Keep sash low as possible
Check emergency equipment
- Flush eye wash stations weekly
- Keep access open
Follow your safety plan
- Read the MSDS
- Plan work