How to use the Bunser Burner Safely
http://www.mr-damon.com/experiments/bunsen/index.htm
Before that THIS
Before running an experiment you should carry out a Risk Assessment. Here's an example
Experiment Title: To Show Liquids Expand On Heating
Date: Mon 18th Nov 2013
Possible Risks: burn from the Bunsen or hot liquid, cut from the glass wear
How might these occur: Messing not paying attention
Possible Prevention: Wear lab coat, put on goggles, tie back hair & clear your workbench.
Now do your Risk Assesment before lighting the bunser
Remember to use to the RED emergency Mushroom switch, this knocks off the gas in the room
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