• Mr. Robison’s Earth Science Laboratory Contract
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    Adapted by Thomas McGuire from the National Science Teachers Association
    Safety in the Secondary Science Classroom.
    Please make sure that you fill out the Google form!
    1. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...
     
    *Never perform any experiment or action unless it can be done safely.
     
    Note: Many laboratories will have specific laboratory safety instructions.
    For instance, when we identify minerals, you will be using dilute HCL acid and will need to
    wear safety goggles and perform the test following specific directions.
    2. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...  
     
    *Protect my body, especially my eyes, face, and hands, and do not harm others while
    conducting laboratory procedures.
     
    Note: You need to act very responsibly, especially in a laboratory setting. If you act inappropriately
    you will receive a zero for the laboratory, and have detention to complete the laboratory.
    Any harmful acts will be reported directly to the high school office.
    You need to have all your labs done satisfactorily in order to be able to take the Regents Exam.
    In order to pass this class, you need to both have a passing average and pass the Regents Exam.

    3. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...  

    *Carry out good housekeeping practices in the laboratory and science room.
    (Keep my lab space neat and clear of obstructions)

    Note: This is not a very large classroom and many of you have large bookbags.
    There will be times when I will ask you to place them out of the way during laboratory time.
    You will often need to gather glass materials. We need to make sure to minimize any tripping hazards.
    Please keep your space neat and clear of obstructions.

    4. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...

    *Know the location of firefighting and safety equipment.

    Note: In the back of the room there is a fire extinguisher and an eyewash. 
    Everyone should know how to use this safety equipment. Please watch the videos below.

    5. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...  

    *Know where to get help in case of an emergency.

    Note: First and foremost, notify your teacher immediately about your concerns.
    There is also a call button on the wall next to the door that calls the high school office.
    In case of an emergency, please use this button to call for help.

    6. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...  

    * Conduct myself in a responsible manner at all times in class and laboratory situations.

    Note: I expect you to be on your best behavior during our class time, especially when conducting labs.

    7. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...  

    *Never perform any procedures unless authorized by my teacher.

    Note: Again, you need to act very responsibly, especially in a laboratory setting. If you act inappropriately
    you will receive a zero for the laboratory and have detention to complete the laboratory.
    You need to have all your labs done satisfactorily in order to be able to take the Regents Exam.

    In order to pass this class, you need to both have a passing average and pass the Regents Exam.

    8. As a participant in a laboratory science course, I understand that safety is very important.
    In response to my teacher providing safety rules and instructions for all laboratory exercises,
    I will follow these instructions. In addition, I will...

    *Report all accidents or unsafe conditions to my teacher immediately.

    Note: I may ask or give certain directions so remain calm and follow any instructions given.

    Be sure to finish the Google form assigned.
    This will need to be completed in order for you to be able to participate in any laboratories.