📌 Students must immediately alert the faculty in charge when chemical leakage occurs so that the situation can be assisted.
Preparedness, Professional discipline, Prompt reporting: the 3 Ps of safe science
1. What should a student do immediately after noticing a chemical leak in the laboratory?
2. Which situation best distinguishes a major chemical spill from a minor chemical spill?
3. For how long should a chemical exposure to the skin or eyes be continuously flushed?
What is a chemistry laboratory?
A facility for safely performing experiments and studying chemical reactions.
What are the three practices required for safe science?
Preparedness, professional discipline, and prompt reporting of leaks.
What does preparedness in safe science involve?
Completing requirements and reviewing data sheets.
What does professional discipline in safe science require?
Strict focus and avoidance of carelessness or horseplay.
What must students do when chemical leakage occurs?
Immediately alert the faculty in charge.
What must students complete before entering laboratory activities?
The laboratory pre-report.
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