Study "proper conduct in all laboratory settings", a flashcard deck on FORKSAI.
What is the primary expectation for student conduct in a laboratory setting?
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner at all times while in the laboratory.
What should a student do if they do not understand a lab instruction or procedure?
If a student does not understand a direction or part of a procedure, they should ask the instructor before proceeding.
When are lab procedures designed by students permitted to be conducted?
Lab procedures designed by students may not be conducted without prior approval from the instructor.
What items are prohibited from being consumed in the laboratory?
Eating food, drinking beverages, and chewing gum are prohibited in the laboratory.
What is a key aspect of good housekeeping practices in the lab regarding the work area?
Students should keep their work area clean and tidy at all times as part of good housekeeping practices.
What items are students permitted to bring to the laboratory work area?
Students are permitted to bring only their laboratory instructions, notebook, and pencils to the laboratory work area.
Where should personal items like purses and backpacks be stored during a lab?
Purses, backpacks, and similar items should be stored in the classroom area, not the laboratory work area.
Why is it important to keep aisles clear in the laboratory?
Keeping the aisles clear is a good housekeeping practice that ensures unobstructed movement and safety in the laboratory.
What safety equipment should students know the location and operating procedures for?
Students should know the location and operating procedures for the fire alarm, exits, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, safety shower, eyewash station, and fire blanket (if present).
How should all wastes be disposed of in the laboratory?
All wastes must be disposed of as directed by the instructor.