Notre Dame of Mlang, Inc.
Garcia St., Poblacion B, Mlang, Cotabato
S.Y. 2021 – 2022
TLE LABORATORY SOP AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
TLE laboratory are designed to be interesting and educational. Following simple and
basic laboratory safety guidelines will ensure an accident-free and fun-filled practical
experience. Some “do” and “don’ts” listed below should be observed at all times while
working with laboratory equipment.
GENERAL LABORATORY PROCEDURES
1. Get permission to use the TLE laboratory.
2. Never run, rush around or throw anything in the laboratory.
3. Work quietly; avoid unnecessary chat so that the instructions can be heard.
4. All accidents and breakages must be reported at once.
5. A high level of personal hygiene is expected; wash hands before starting, always wear
an apron, have hair tied back and roll up sleeves.
6. Do not move around the laboratory with hot objects e.g. frying pans, boiling water.
7. Keep saucepan handles away from the edges of cookers and work surfaces.
8. Use oven gloves to remove hot dishes from the oven.
9. Make sure all appliances and equipment are turned off after use.
10.Sharp knives are dangerous be careful using them.
11.Never touch plugs or electrical equipment with wet hands.
12.Keep units tidy at all times, all used cutlery should be placed on a plate and all waste
put in the correct bin.
13.Handle food as little as possible.
14.Never dip fingers into food, never lick fingers during cooking. Use a clean spoon each
time you taste.
15.Never sit in table work surfaces.
16.Each unit must be left clean, cookers cleaned and sinks empty and washed.
17.Wash and dry all dishes, cutlery, etc., after use and return them to their correct unit.
18.Push chairs in under the table after used.