Saftey First

Chemistry Safety Contract
The following document must be printed out, signed by you and a parent or guardian, and sent to your instructor or primary contact teacher.
Safety: There are many potential hazards in the chemistry laboratory. However, in general, accidents caused by these hazards can be avoided if the student is familiar with laboratory techniques and a few rules are followed.
Most of the materials you will be working with at home will be kitchen items such as vinegar and baking soda.
However, even these items can cause harm if mishandled.
1.The safest way to handle chemicals is to treat them all with care. There is no substitute for good technique in eliminating accidents. The following page outlines some general safety rules, which MUST be followed.
You MUST sign the statement that you understand the safety rules and will comply with them. Your parent/guardian must also sign this statement and provide a telephone number, as they are an integral part of your laboratory...