Heating Safety

Wear aprons and goggles in case of chemical accidents, spills, or splatters.

A hot plate is often used to heat solutions. Never touch the surface of a hot plate because it looks the same when hot or cold. Always hold your hand above the hot plate to check for warmth.

Use tongs or heat-resistant gloves to remove all glassware from heat. Hot glass can cause severe burns.

Use heat-resistant glassware. Check for cracks in glassware before heating.

Never heat anything in a closed container.

Heating Safety Questions

1. What specific tools will you use to handle hot glassware?

2. What will you do if you accidentally touch a heated hot plate?