CHEMICAL SAFETY

AND PERSONAL
PRECAUTION
M.HASSAN SHAHID
762-2019
CHEMICAL SAFETY

 Chemical storage and inventory:

 Follow chemical storage and compatibility guidelines.
 Maintain lean, well managed chemical inventories to
avoid fire code violations and subsequent inventory
reduction measures.
Post:
 Warning signs near any dangerous equipment,
reactions, or conditions
 Label all containers

 Never underestimate risk.

 Do not pipette by mouth.
 Never smell chemicals to identify them.
Be aware of electrical hazards.
 Keep electrical panels clearly visible and
unobstructed.
 Never use multi-plug adaptors in series.
 Replace any damaged or frayed electrical
cords immediately.
 Do not eat, drink, store food, smoke, or apply cosmetics in
areas where chemicals are in use except in clearly marked 
Clean Areas. Wash your hands frequently and before
eating.
 Keep loose hair tied back.

Vacuum Trapping
 When using a vacuum source, it is important to place a
trap between the experimental apparatus and the vacuum
source. 
PPE (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT)
 Personal protective equipment (PPE) can protect you against
chemical and physical hazard exposure.
 It is important to be aware of the hazardous materials you
work with or which you may come into contact with, and
adjust your PPE accordingly.
 Evaluate the scale and any deviation from your procedures,
as this may influence a change in the protection required.
PPE includes eye protection, gloves,
maximum skin coverage and closed toe shoes.
In some cases protection such as aprons,
respirators, splash shields, ear plugs and
specialized gloves may be recommended or
required.