Part C Safety First!

Please incorporate these notes in the appropriate parts of the procedure diagrams in your lab notebook

SAFETY:

Hydrobromic acid and acetic acid are corrosive
Potassium bromate is an irritant
Potassium bromate is an oxidizer
Acetominophen, chloroform-d, potassium bromate, and hydrobromic acid are toxic
Acetic acid is flammable
Chloroform-d, potassium bromate, and phenacetin are potential carcinogens or mutagens

PPE = Personal Protective Equipment

This is your first line of defense, not a force-field that makes you invincible!

Always take proper precautions to minimize chemical exposure (try not to spill on the counter or yourself).

In the event of chemical exposure, rinse the effected area with water for at least 10 minutes.

Goggles

should fit snugly against face

Gloves

ok to discard and change to a new pair often!

Lab Coat

choose right size, button up all the way, sleeves should reach down to glove cuff

Closed-Toe Shoes

Your feet are most vulnerable to spills. Ballet flats and TOMs are examples of shoes that expose the tops of your feet (NOT OK)

Hope for the best, plan for the worst!

Sink

Wash hands before you leave

First aid kit

First aid kit available in stockroom

Flood hose

Rinse for AT LEAST 10 minutes

(can be tricky to turn off, ask stockroom for help)

Spill mat

Throw in solid waste

Eye wash

Rinse eyes for AT LEAST 15 minutes. You shouldn't need this since you're wearing goggles, right?!

Shower

Rinse for AT LEAST 10 minutes.

Fire alarm

Near exits!

Fire extinguisher

Good etiquette

keeps everyone safe!

NEXT: equipment!

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