Page 5 - Lab Notebook

Fume Hoods

• The purpose of the fume hoods is to exhaust dangerous
fumes from the lab. The fume hoods provide a safe
location for storing certain chemicals and chemical waste,
including acids and bases.
• The fume hoods will also be used when performing
reactions that generate caustic or flammable gases.

• To check that the fume hoods are operating correctly, lower
the front shield to a height of ~ 6” and hold a tissue in front
of the opening. If the hood is functioning properly, the air
flow will pull the tissue into the hood.

Emergency Shower and Eye Wash Station

Emergency Showers
• The emergency showers are for use if chemicals have been spilled
on your clothes or if your clothes are on fire. Emergency shower
• The shower is activated by pulling down on the handle.
• When activated, the shower will release water from a reservoir,
and water flow will continue until the reservoir is empty.
• Do not use the showers for fun!

Eye Wash Stations
• The eye wash stations are intended to rinse out chemicals that
have been splashed into the eye.
Eye wash station
• Learn the location of the eye wash station and how to use it.
• In case of an accident, do not hesitate to use the eyewash station
if needed.
• Ask for assistance if you are incapable of getting to the eye wash
station on your own.
• You should wash BOTH eyes for a minimum of 15 minutes.
• Notify your instructor or TA immediately.