ChE-309 Chemical Engineering Laboratory-I Laboratory Manual
ChE-309 Chemical Engineering Laboratory-I Laboratory Manual
ChE-309 Chemical Engineering Laboratory-I Laboratory Manual
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Safety in the <strong>Laboratory</strong><br />
Preparation<br />
Before starting any laboratory operation ask and answer the following<br />
questions by yourself:<br />
1. Have I done this before<br />
2. Do I have the proper equipment<br />
3. Does anything look wrong<br />
4. What are the hazards<br />
5. Should I work in a fume hood<br />
6. Do I need goggles or other safety equipment<br />
7. Do I need additional help<br />
8. Should I check further with my instructor<br />
9. Have I planned this experiment or exercise<br />
10. Do I know what to do, if there is an accident<br />
11. Do I know where the fire extinguishers are located<br />
LABORATORY SAFETY RULES<br />
1. NO SMOKING IN THE LABORATORY:<br />
2. Safety glasses will be worn at all times where applicable during<br />
laboratory periods. These glasses will be kept between laboratory<br />
sessions in the racks provided.<br />
3. Wear apron (lab overall) in the lab when running apparatus and<br />
handling liquids.<br />
4. Wear rubber gloves when handling liquids.<br />
5. When dangerous chemicals are in use, a second person should be<br />
within call.<br />
6. Find out the location of First Aid Box.<br />
7. Before operating any valve, switch, etc., know precisely what the<br />
effect of your manipulation will be.<br />
8. Turn off all the valves on cylinders of compressed or liquefied gases<br />
when not in use.<br />
9. Students are not allowed to open gas cylinders. Ask the technician.<br />
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