School Science Labs

Some science supplies such as solvents, acids, flammables, caustics, biological products and compressed gases can contribute to Indoor Air Quality Problems.

How to Keep the Science Lab Safe.

• Explore alternatives to using chemicals that may produce the same effect.

• Dilute substances rather than use concentrates whenever possible.

• Use techniques that require the least hazardous material used.

• Ensure that fume hoods capture repirable particles, gases and vapors.

• Request Material Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals.

• Have spill procedures in place and posted.

• Make sure that eye wash stations are not located on carpeting.

• Label and date all chemicals properly.

• Do not store chemicals in alphabetical order.

• Secure compressed gas cylinders.

• Store chemicals in a separate ventilated area away from main classroom.