Zombie College: The 5 Rules of Lab Safety

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Zombie College: The 5 Rules of Lab Safety
Overview

The zombie apocalypse has started because students failed to follow the 5 Rules of Lab Safety! But you can set things right by following the rules and working safely in the lab to find a cure.

Visit here to download the student activities (PDFs) and access the Zombie College video.

Objectives

Upon completion of this exercise, you will be able to:

  1. Explain the importance of proper attire 
  2. Identify common personal protective equipment (PPE)
  3. Describe the importance of chemical safety
  4. Discuss how to create a safe lab environment
  5. Recognize the appropriate safety equipment for specific emergencies