ABSTRACT
This chapter explains important safety considerations for students in laboratories. Students will learn to take care of their health and safety while working in laboratories. Ensuring electrical safety in laboratories and classrooms is important for students and staff. Be sure to turn the lamp off before leaving the laboratory for an extended period of time. Each laser laboratory has to be controlled by a designated instructor/professor certified in laser safety. All laser safety requirements should be implemented in a laser laboratory. Students should be introduced, in advance, to each source of danger in laboratories and be shown the required personal protective safety equipment. Safety signs are divided into three general categories: danger, warning, and caution. They are also available in different sizes and colours, and with different graphics. Sometimes, a standard header can be used to create a new sign to suit a specific need.
