Chemistry Lab is well equipped with all the facilities and equipment required for the students to do experiments as part of their syllabi. The labs are spacious enough and a full-time lab attendant is appointed for the smooth functions of the lab.
Chemistry Lab Rules
- A minimum of 75% attendance along with Lab Reports must be compulsory to attend the practical examination/s.
- Clothing and hair must be secured properly while in the Lab.to avoid accidents.
- The use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) i.e. gloves, lab coat, goggles, etc., is highly recommended.
- Do not touch chemicals or allow them to come into contact with one’s bare skin.
- Proper labeling, and storage of all chemicals are essential. Handle these with caution and at most care.
- Know the locations and operating procedures of the fire extinguisher.
- Students are not to sit on the floor in the Laboratory.ab.
- First Aid materials are located in the Laboratory and should be used whenever needed.
- No chemicals or apparatus are to be removed from the Laboratory.
- Accidents, however small, must be reported to the Instructor/Lab. Assistant immediately, and medical assistance must be sought, if needed.
- Broken glassware must never be placed in the trash bins/sinks. Use the disposal boxes provided.
- After each use, make sure that the sink/s in the Lab. is clean.
- Trash is to be placed in trash bins, not in the sink.
- Chemicals must only be disposed of in accordance with the Instructor’s directions..
- Be careful when working with apparatus that may be hot. Handle them with tongs/ wet paper towel/other appropriate holder/s
- If a thermometer breaks inform the Instructor immediately. The mercury must be disposed of properly. Do not touch either the broken glass or the mercury with your bare skin.
- Only authorized work shall be conducted in the Laboratory.
- No externs are allowed in the Lab.
- Solo Laboratory work is ABSOLUTELY prohibited.
- Wash hands before leaving the Laboratory.
- Be alert and attentive at all times during the Lab. work.
- The Laboratory must be left clean and tidy, and everything needs to be put in their proper place before leaving.
- Student Lab Report must be approved by the Instructor.
- Violation of Lab Rules will necessitate loss of Lab. privileges and/or serious disciplinary action/s.