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Seattle
College
Undergraduate
Research
Manual
Fall
2015
3. Students and mentors must receive a UGR-specific orientation to the safety features of the lab before first use.
4. In
particular,
goggles
and
gloves
must
be
worn
while
using
or
handling
corrosive,
flammable,
or
toxic
chemicals.
(Chemical
bottles
will
be
labeled
accordingly.)
Goggles
must
be
worn
at
all
times
in
the
chemistry
lab
and
when
using
certain
types
of
lasers
in
the
physics
lab.
5. Students in the lab must be supervised at all times by a faculty mentor (or by the tech, with prior arrangement.)
6. No
food
or
drink
is
allowed
in
the
chemistry
and
biology
labs,
and
no
consumption
of
substances
produced
or
manufactured
in
the
labs
is
allowed.
7. No
students
are
allowed
in
the
prep
rooms
(OLY301,
OLY306,
RAH307,
OLY
201)
without
approval
of
the
laboratory
technician.
8. Chemicals,
reagents,
equipment,
computers,
and
facilities
(labs,
hoods,
incubators,
refrigerators,
water
baths,
etc.)
are
typically
shared
with
class
sections.
In
addition,
many
supplies
are
purchased
only
in
quantities
required
for
scheduled
labs.
As
a
result,
advance
consultation
and
specific
scheduling
with
the
tech
is
necessary
for
use
of
the
labs,
equipment,
supplies,
and
chemicals.
9. Lead
times:
a. All
projects
to
be
done
in
the
SSC
labs
will
be
assessed
by
the
lab
tech
and
projects
UGR
research
advisor
for
safety
before
final
approval
by
the
UGR
Coordinator
in
consultation
with
the
Dean
of
Academic
Programs.
b. Use
of
labs,
equipment,
supplies,
and
chemicals
are
subject
to
availability.
Requests
for
chemical
and
equipment
use
must
be
received
at
least
two
weeks
in
advance.
Preferably,
each
UGR
advisor
works
out
a
regular
schedule
with
the
lab
techs
on
a
quarterly
basis.
To
reserve
a
laboratory
or
classroom,
faculty
should
submit
the
relevant
form
to
Academic
Program
staff
at
least
a
week
in
advance.
Keep
in
mind
that
meeting
the
needs
of
the
current
lab
classes
is
the
top
priority.
We
cannot
alter
scheduled
labs
to
meet
the
needs
of
UGR
projects.
10. Storage
and
labeling
of
chemicals,
reagents
and
waste
are
strictly
regulated
on
this
campus.
The
regulations
applying
to
our
facilities
are
more
restrictive
than
those
applying
to
regular
homeowners.
Materials
must
be
stored,
labeled,
and
disposed
of
as
specified
by
the
tech.
If
in
doubt,
please
ask
the
tech!
11. Equipment,
supplies,
and
chemicals
are
often
set
up
in
advance,
in
labs
or
on
carts,
for
scheduled
classes.
Please
do
not
disturb
or
remove
anything
from
such
setups.
During
your
UGR
lab
orientation,
the
tech
will
show
mentors
which
equipment
and
supplies
are
available
for
your
use.
Mentors
must
make
arrangements
with
the
tech
in
advance
to
use
prep
room
space,
equipment,
or
supplies,
including
but
not
limited
to
the
following:
The
autoclaves
and
automatic
pipettors
in
OLY306
(bio
prep
room)
are
reserved
for
tech
use
and
off-limits
to
mentors.
Any
tasks
requiring
the
use
of
the
autoclaves
or
the
automatic
pipettor
must
be
performed
by
the
tech,
as
her
workload
allows.
12. When
working
with
electrical
hazards
or
lasers
be
sure
to
notify
others
using
warning
signs
and
symbols
when
equipment
is
in
use.
Be
aware
of
the
current
used
or
the
class
of
laser
in
use.
Locate
the
electrical
panel
to
turn
off
electricity
remotely
in
case
of
emergency.
Never
operate
electrical
equipment
in
wet
environments
or
around
liquids.
13. Be
aware
that
there
is
a
risk
of
burns
from
current
carrying
wires,
hot
plates,
hot
liquids
and
soldering
irons.
14. Broken
cabling
and
exposed
wires
should
not
be
used
and
should
be
disposed
of
safely.
15. It
is
division
policy
that
no
state
property
(equipment
or
supplies)
may
be
removed
from
this
campus
without
approval
from
the
Dean
of
Academic
Programs.
16. This
campus
has
no
research
animal
guidelines
or
policies,
and
these
are
subject
to
state
and
federal
regulation.
As
a
result,
no
live
vertebrate
animals
may
be
brought
into
the
labs.
Consultation
with
the
tech
is
required
for
introduction
of
any
other
living
organisms.
18. Students are responsible for cleaning up and putting away all materials after each session.
Contacts
at
South
Seattle
Community
College:
Jake
Ashcraft,
SSC
UGR
coordinator,
Chemistry
Instructor:
Desk:
934-6480
Email:
Jacob.ashcraft@seattlecolleges.edu
Last updated 11/5/15
Libby
Schoene,
Physics
Instructor
Desk:
934-6456
Email:
Elizabeth.schoene@seattlecolleges.edu
Camille
Stempowski,
biology
lab
technician:
Desk:
934-7957
Email:
Camille.stempowski@seattlecolleges.edu
Christian
Kinlin,
chemistry/anatomy,
physiology,
and
physics,
lab
technician:
Desk:
934-7948
(X7948)
Email:
Christian.kinlin@seattlecolleges.edu
Security:
206-934-0911
(dial
0911
from
office
phones)
SSC
Night
Administrator:
Cell
phone
206-999-2566
(use
"9"
if
calling
from
office
phone)
In
case
of
an
emergency
hazardous
chemical
spill,
please
call:
1. Christian
Kinlin:
206-304-1619
cell
2. Campus
security:
206-934-0911
3. Use
for
disastrous,
truly
dangerous
emergency
chemical
spills
ONLY:
(Chemtrec):
800-424-9300
(use
"9"
if
calling
from
office
phone)
Protective eyewear must be worn when working with liquid bacteria cultures, stains, chemicals, and certain
classes of laser.
In the biology and microbiology labs, students must wipe down their bench top with Lysol and paper towels
before starting lab and when you are finished working. Lysol bottles are located at each station. Refill bottles on
the side counter
Locate the Fire Extinguisher, First-aid Kit, Fire Blanket, Eye Wash and Broken Glass Disposal Box in the
laboratory facility. Know where these items are located in case of an emergency.
Long hair must be tied back when using Bunsen Burners. Turn off Bunsen burners when finished! Always unplug
Hot Plates when finished with lab procedures.
Read all labels on chemical reagents before dispensing. Read SDS before working with a chemical for the first
time. SDS sheets are available from a shortcut on the desktop of all campus computers.
Deposit all broken glass in Broken Glass Disposal Box unless contaminated with bacteria. If contaminated, place in
contaminated broken glass container. Contaminated glass must be autoclaved.
Report all accidents (e.g. cuts, burns, spills or equipment damage) to your mentor. Any accident with injury must be
reported. A form must be filled out and given to the safety officer on campus. Forms are located on prep room door.
SSC is not responsible for damage to clothing from chemicals, stains or fire.
Lab materials are not to be removed from the laboratory facility. All slides, petri plates, chemical reagents, protective
equipment or any other SSCC lab property must remain in the laboratory facility, except in the case of scientific field work
that has been approved by the Dean of Academic Programs.
Students must wash their hands before leaving the laboratory facility.
__________________________________________________________________________________
Please review the Safety Protocol above, then read and sign the following declaration. The signed declaration will
be collected by your Instructor and retained on file.
I _________________________________________ (Print Name) have read and understand all of the information
presented in the Safety Protocol. I understand that these policies are in place to insure the safety of all SSCC students,
staff and faculty. Failure on my part to follow the Safety Protocol may result in me being denied access to SSCC
laboratory facilities.
General Rules:
1. Never work in the laboratory alone. A faculty research advisor or lab technician must be present.
2. Visitors are not allowed in the laboratory under any circumstances.
3. No unauthorized experiments.
4. You are required to purchase a pair of splash and impact resistant safety goggles, available in the SSC bookstore. If you
choose to bring your own, please check with your instructor to make sure that they are the right kind. They must be of
similar style to the ones for sale in the bookstore.
5. Whenever glassware or chemicals are out in the lab, everyone in the lab must wear their goggles. Failure to wear goggles
may result in serious eye injuries when working with chemicals. It is also recommended that contacts not be worn while in
the laboratory because they could exacerbate possible eye injuries.
6. Eating and drinking is forbidden in the laboratory. Please no gum, mints, water bottles, coffee, etc. in the lab area. You
may leave water bottles outside the door if you wish to leave the lab during breaks to get a drink. Also, do not apply makeup
in the lab, including lip balm or gloss.
7. Wash your hands thoroughly before leaving lab. Some of the chemicals are caustic and can cause burns.
8. Wear appropriate clothing. You must wear clothes that cover your skin from the ankles to the elbows. This means you
should wear long pants or a skirt that covers the ankle and shows no bare skin. Shorts, cut-offs, or capri pants are not
acceptable. You must wear closed toed shoes that cover your entire foot including the heel. No sandals, flip-flops or
Crocs/Croc-like shoes. As an added safety feature, you will be issued a lab coat that you will be required to wear while in
the laboratory.
9. Please tie long hair back, and be careful of loose clothing, such as long sleeves around flames to avoid burns. Students are
not allowed in the chemical preparation area or in the chemical storage room.
10. All accidents must be reported to the instructor as soon as possible.
Please locate the following emergency equipment: Eyewash, Safety Shower, MSDS Binder, Fire Extinguisher, First
Aid Kit, and Fire Blanket.
In the event of an accident, use the following emergency procedures under the direction of your instructor or laboratory
technician.
1. Chemical Spills
a. Chemical spills on a counter top or the floor should be wiped up with a damp paper towel immediately.
b. A small chemical spill on a persons skin should be rinsed thoroughly with cold water and washed with soap.
c. If a chemical is spilled over a large area of a person, the person should be put in the safety shower immediately.
Remove all contaminated clothing while flooding the affected area with water. Continue to flood the area for a
least 15 minutes
d. If a chemical is splashed into the eyes, the individual will need to be assisted to the nearest eyewash station.
The eyes should be held open and flooded with water for at least 15 minutes.
2. Fire
a. For clothing on fire: Stop, drop, and roll. Then smother flames with the fire blanket.
b. For burning liquids: Smother the fire with a watch glass or large beaker if the liquid is contained in a beaker. If
the liquid has been spilled, use the fire extinguisher. Never use water on burning liquids!
c. Burns from hot glassware or apparatus should be held under cold water for at least 15 minutes.
Special Concerns:
If you have concerns about allergies, please speak with your research advisor. Also, if you are pregnant or think that you might be,
please keep in mind that we will be using chemicals in lab which may present a hazard to your unborn child. Chemicals used in this
laboratory are listed in your lab manual which you can use as resource to speak with your physician or health care provider.
______________________________________________
Name (Print)
______________________________________________
Signature Date
______________________________________________
Parent or Guardian Signature (if under 18 years old)
(Please return this signed page to the laboratory technician for storage in the chemistry lab, and keep the previous pages for your
reference.)