AP Chem Rules

Laboratory Procedures

Should be read thoroughly before beginning and followed carefully.

Safety Equipment

Must be worn from the start of the procedure until the lab is completed and cleaned.

Approved Procedures

Follow all procedures carefully, using prescribed amounts of materials.

Teacher Presence

No labs may be performed without a teacher present and instruction to start.

Proper Attire

Mandatory requirements include pulling back long hair, wearing closed-toe shoes, and avoiding dangling jewelry.

Food and Beverages

NEVER allowed in the classroom.

Mouth Safety

Never put anything in your mouth unless instructed by the teacher.

Label Reading

Read all labels carefully and replace caps or stoppers immediately.

Lab Area Maintenance

Should always be dry, clean, and uncluttered.

Safety Equipment Location

Know the location of all safety equipment and exits in the room.

Reporting Incidents

Report spills, accidents, and injuries immediately to the teacher.

Glass Disposal

Place broken glass in the proper receptacle and paper refuse in the garbage can.

Heat Source Safety

Never leave a heat source unattended or place objects near it unless instructed.

Stoppered Containers

Never heat a stoppered container.

Test Tube Safety

Heated test tubes should always be pointed away from people.

Acid and Water

Always add acid to water, never water to acid.

Smelling Containers

Never smell containers directly; use the wafting method.

Reporting Cleanliness

Report unclean areas or broken equipment to the teacher immediately.

Electrical Safety

Never handle electric equipment with wet hands or use it if wet.

Heated Glass Safety

Never pick up heated glass without proper safety equipment.

Leaving the Classroom

Clean up your lab station, return materials, and wash hands with soap and water.

Listening to Directions

Always listen to all directions given.

Equipment Handling

Treat all laboratory equipment as if it is incredibly expensive.

Horseplay

Horseplaying or fooling around is never appropriate or acceptable.