Physics Laboratory Safety | Introductory Physics Laboratory

Laboratory Safety Guidelines

Food and drinks are strictly prohibited in the lab at all times.
Do not enter the lab early unless the instructor is present.
Keep long hair and loose clothing secured when working near moving equipment.
Wear safety glasses when required during experiments.
Keep all equipment away from the edges of the lab tables.
Do not activate any circuit or apparatus until it has been inspected by the instructor.
Never touch live circuits or handle electrical equipment with wet hands.
Use lab equipment only for its intended instructional purposes.
Never look directly into a laser beam or bright lamp used in experiments.
Dispose of all waste materials properly—do not pour chemicals down the lab sink.
Avoid shorting the electrical leads of any equipment.
Turn off all unused equipment (excluding computers).
Do not disassemble any apparatus or equipment.
Report any damaged equipment or chemical spills to the instructor immediately.
All accidents and emergencies must be reported to the instructor immediately. (Dial 9-1-1 in an emergency.)
Do not remove any computer components, including the mouse and keyboard.
Only turn on, shut down, or log into lab computers if instructed by the instructor.
Before leaving, ensure your lab station is clean, organized, and tidy.
Be aware of fire extinguisher locations in Rooms 406T and 407T.