Food Science Lab Safety Procedures. FiwNM FiwNM.

Food Science

Lab SafetyProcedures

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What’s Wrong?

Scientist work in labs and conduct experiments as they probe the deepest mysteries of how our world works. Conducting scientific investigations is a way for students to learn about the scientific method and explore science as a career. However, science labs often contain health and safety hazards. Science lab rules help prevent dangerous and even potentially fatal accidents.

1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the kitchen laboratory.

2. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully.  If you do not understand a direction or part of a procedure, ASK YOUR TEACHER BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE ACTIVITY.

3. Never work alone in the laboratory. 

No student may work in the kitchen/science classroom without the presence of theteacher

4. When first entering a

foods/science room, do not touch any equipment, chemicals, or other materials in the laboratory area until you are instructed to do so.

5. Perform only those

experiments authorized by your teacher. Carefully follow all instructions, both written and oral. Unauthorized experiments are not allowed.

Do’s and Don’ts in the Science Lab

1. Do Wear Eye Protection2. Do Wear Gloves3. Do Wear Closed-Toed Shoes.

4. Do Practice Fire Safety5. Do Handle Glassware

Safely6. Do Practice Electrical

Safety

7. Do Keep Notes

8. Do Be Prepared For Your Work in the Lab/Kitchen.

9. Do Report Any Accident to the Teacher Immediately.

10. Don’t Panic.

11. Don’t Eat or Drink in the Lab.

(Exceptions are made

in Food Labs)

12. Don’t Use Excessive Force13. Don’t Leave a Mess14. Don’t Remove Chemicals or Other Materials From the Lab.

15. Don’t Fool Around in the Lab. Horseplay, Practical Jokes,

and Pranks are Dangerous and Prohibited.

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