TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - KINGSVILLE

The safe handling and use of all art media and tools is very important.
Please take notes during all demonstrations and lectures.
Please ask questions when you are unsure of anything.
Please report to me any safety concerns or questions you may have.
Environmental Notes: This is an environmentally friendly printmaking lab. By following strict guidelines we assure minimal impact on health and planet. The goal is to maintain this practice and improve on it whenever possible. Our printmaking processes assure that hazardous materials do not
enter our water system via sinks or waste disposal. It is the responsibility of every student to help
maintain our standards for both legal and ethical reasons. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are
available for all the materials we will use.
Using Common Sense in the Studio
Aquatint yourself with the studio environment.
Realize the studio is a shared space, used by many people.
Promote an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Always be alert. Be alert to what you are doing, and what others are doing.
Know procedures and follow directions.
Ask questions if you are unsure of anything.
Wear safety glasses, gloves and respirators when required.
Open toe shoes are not permitted in the lab
Using Equipment
Pay attention when using equipment.
Keep fingers, loose clothing and hair away from moving parts.
Use tools properly. Use the right tool for the job.
Ask for help when lifting heavy objects.
Using Solvents
Keep solvents and detergents in properly labeled containers.
Avoid splashing, squirting or spilling solvents and detergents.
Store soiled rags and paper towels in small red flammable containers.
Mop up any water that gets on the floor to avoid slipping.
Keep the Studio Clean & Organized
Clean up after yourself !
Help each other clean up.
See a mess clean it up.
Remind each other to clean up.
Recycle & Reuse
Avoid waste.
Use the large blue bin for recycle paper only.
Use red trash cans for flammable solvents only: Acetone, Mineral Spirits, Lithotine, Paint Thinner
Use all other trash can for general trash