Name ____________________________________ period _____ due date ______________

Finn Hill Jr. High Science Safety Contract

All Finn Hill Jr. High students are expected to know and adhere to the following lab safety rules at all times:

1.      I will not misbehave in the laboratory or play with laboratory equipment or materials. I will not engage in behavior that is disruptive or dangerous or that interferes with another student’s right to learn.

2.      I will protect my eyes, face, and hands while engaging in lab activities by wearing safety goggles and, when needed, latex gloves or other protective gear.

3.      I will work only at my assigned station.

4.      I will follow all written and oral instructions. I will wait until I receive my teacher’s permission to begin a lab activity.

5.      I will not carry out unassigned lab experiments without my teacher’s permission.

6.      I will not eat, drink, or taste anything in the laboratory. This includes food and drink as well as chemicals.

7.      I will wash my hands thoroughly after using chemicals and lab equipment. When using chemicals, I will not touch my mouth, lips, or eyes until after I have washed my hands.

8.      I will report any injury or accident to my teacher immediately.

9.      I am aware that if I break or “lose” any equipment, I am responsible for replacement costs.

I understand that failure to comply with these safety guidelines may result in my being removed from class and that I may lose credit for the work that is done during my absence.

Lab safety will be taught to the students in class.

Student signature: _______________________________________   Date: _________________

I have read this Safety Contract and understand what is expected of my child during science laboratory activities.

Parent signature: ________________________________________   Date: _________________