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Chemical Hygiene Plan
For Science Departments of Stafford
County Public Schools
Stafford County Public Schools
31 Stafford Avenue
Stafford, Virginia 22554
Revised – August 2015
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Chemical Hygiene Officer Form
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Chemical Hygiene Plan - Overview
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Chemical Hygiene Officer Duties
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Operating Procedures – Rules for Science Teachers
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Chemical Storage Rules and Procedures
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Rules & Guidelines for Chemical Safety in Laboratory
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Facilities & Safety Equipment for Laboratory
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Employee Training
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APPENDIXES
Appendix A
Science Curriculum Chemical Review Lists
Appendix B
Science Safety Guidelines & Procedures for Teachers
Appendix C
Student Safety Rules &Procedures Agreement
Appendix D
Chemical Storage Inspection Checklist
Appendix E
Chemical Hygiene Plan Checklist
Appendix F
Chemical Hygiene Inservice Sheet
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-3The Chemical Hygiene Plan for Science Department of Stafford County is written to comply with
criteria applicable to the school science laboratory found in:
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OSHA and VOSH Hazard Communication Standard 1910.1200 of 1984
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OSHA 3642 (HCS) Globally Harmonized System of Classification training (77 FR 17574)
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Laboratory standard of Part 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards Section 191.1450
Occupation exposure to hazardous chemicals in laboratories
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Appendix A to 191.1450 – National Research Council Recommendation Concerning Chemical
Hygiene in laboratories
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Reprints of these documents are available from the office of the Science Coordinator for Stafford
County Public Schools.
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2015-16 School Year
The Chemical Hygiene Officer for each middle and high school shall be a member of the Science
Department OR Administrative Staff as assigned annually by the Principal.
___________________________________________________________
has been appointed
(Name of Staff Member)
Chemical Hygiene Officer at ______________________________________________________
(Name of School)
Principal’s Signature: ___________________________________
Date: ______________
Chemical Hygiene Officer Signature: _________________________________________
A copy of this completed form is to be filed with the Chemical Hygiene Plan in the Principal’s office
of each middle school and each high school.
IMPORTANT:
The original copy must be submitted to the K-12 Science Coordinator.
This must be completed by: Friday, September 4, 2015
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Chemical Hygiene Plan
For Science Departments of Stafford County Public Schools
Overview
Purpose:
The Chemical Hygiene Plan has been developed to provide employees of Stafford County
Public Schools with information necessary to safely work in the school science laboratory.
Access:
All components of the Chemical Hygiene Plan will be available to all employees as follows:
1. Each high school and middle school will have copies of the Chemical Hygiene Plan, the school
chemical inventory, and the Materials Safety Data Sheets in the Principal’s office, science department
and/or chemical storage area. At each elementary school, the Principal and Lead Science Teacher will
have a copy.
2.
Each middle school and high school science teacher will be given access to a copy of the Chemical
Hygiene Plan both through a link on the Stafford County Public School homepage at
http://www.staffordschools.net and http://bit.ly/1vNSN4R . In addition, the Chemical Hygiene Plan
and Materials Safety Data Sheets will be given to each high school and middle school
custodian/maintenance department and kept in a location known and accessible to all custodians.
3. Records of previous exposure or medical records related to hazardous chemicals in the science
laboratory will be available from the Human Resources office.
4. Revisions: All components of the Chemical Hygiene Plan will be reviewed annually and
necessary revisions will be made and disseminated.
5. Compliance: Annual evaluations occur to ensure compliance to the OSHA Laboratory Standards and
the safety of the science chemical storage areas for each high school and middle school. One evaluation
is conducted by the Office of Safety, Security, and Risk Management. Their evaluation focuses on
compliance to the OSHA Laboratory Standards, noting any conditions not in compliance with the OSHA
Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Standards and the Chemical Hygiene Plan for Science Departments
of Stafford County Public Schools.
An additional inspection occurs in the chemical storage areas. Together in the late Spring, each school’s
Chemical Hygiene Officer and another science teacher complete the ‘Science Dept. Chemical Storage
Inspection Checklist – Appendix D’. Problems indicated by the inspection will be noted and corrective
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report and any notations will be kept by the school Chemical Hygiene Officer and the School Principal and
may be viewed by other employees of the school upon request. The ‘Science Dept. Chemical Storage
Inspection Checklist’ is due by May 27 of each school year. The original copy must be sent to the
Supervisor of Math & Science. An additional copy of the inspection report must be submitted to the Office
of Safety, Security, and Risk Management.
DUE DATE
September 4, 2015
FORM or PROCEDURE
Chemical Hygiene Agreement
returned
POINT OF CONTACT/
SUBMISSION SITE
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September 11, 2015
April 15, 2016
NO LABS UNTIL TEACHER
TRAINED AND SIGNATURE
SUBMITTED
OSHS (GHS) Globally
Harmonized System training
required for all new teachers
(or veteran w/out
documentation)
SCPS Science Chemical
Disposal Form due
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May 27, 2016
Science Dept. Chemical Storage
Inspection Checklist submitted
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June 20, 2016
Summer Hazmat
Removal/Disposal
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Original to Office of
Math & SciencePhotocopy retained by
CHO and Dept. Lead
Completed Teacher
forms stored at site
Photocopies sent to Office
of Math and Science
Excel spreadsheet found
on CHO drive
http://bit.ly/1vNSN4R
Email copy to Science
Coordinator
Pick up may require
Principal to submit work
order electronically
(Sci-Coor will advise)
Original to Supervisor of
Math & Science
Photocopy goes to Office
of Safety,
Sec&RiskManagement
**(County contract must
be sent out for bid)
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Chemical Hygiene Officer
Role: Chemical Hygiene Officers have the duty and responsibility of monitoring the Chemical
Hygiene Plan at their respective schools. A Chemical Hygiene Officer will be appointed at each
middle school and high school by the principal.
Their duties will include:
1. Being familiar with all aspects of the Chemical Hygiene Plan, especially chemical storage and safety
provisions in the science area.
2. Being a contact person for disseminating information involving chemical safety to employees of the
school. This will include an annual in-service for employees (See the Employee Training component).
See Appendix F
3. Being a resource for employees at the school on matters involving the use of chemicals in the science
laboratory.
4.
Inspecting safety equipment at the beginning of each semester
5. Conducting and/or cooperating with the annual inspection of laboratories and chemical storage
areas. See page 19 – Facilities and Safety Equipment for Laboratory
6. Reporting to the school principal, and any other persons deemed necessary, any conditions involving
chemicals that pose risks to health or safety.
7. Monitoring science chemical inventories and updating the school chemical inventory list when
necessary.
8. Completing the ‘SCPS Chemical Disposal Form’. This completed form must be emailed to your
principal and Science Coordinator by April 15th. Your principal will then submit your form digitally to the
work order system.
9. Initialing chemical orders to indicate no prohibited chemicals are being ordered.
*The school bookkeeper and administrative staff should be made aware that the CHO’s initials
are required for all science chemical orders.
*Any order of liquid nitrogen must be approved by SCPS K-12 Science Coordinator.
10. The Chemical Hygiene Officer shall be exempt from other safety issues that may be present
within other areas of the school and its grounds.
While the appointment of a Chemical Hygiene Officer is intended to enhance safety for employees,
it does not lessen the responsibility of any employee to learn and practice safe procedures for
working and teaching in a school science laboratory.
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Operating Procedures – General Rules for Science Teachers
All employees involved in the science laboratory environment or teaching a science lesson involving
chemicals must read and adhere to the provisions of the Science Safety Guidelines for Teachers and
model the same correct, safe behaviors expected of students in the Science Safety Rules and Procedures
Agreement.
No teacher or other employee should attempt a laboratory experiment unless they are appropriately trained
in that science discipline, are fully aware of possible hazards, and are willing to follow all procedures
necessary for a safe laboratory experience.
No experiment is justified if the safety of an employee or student is in doubt.
No science teacher will perform demonstrations, lab activities or any type of lab investigation using science
materials or equipment until the Science In-service Sheet has been faxed to the K-12 Science Coordinator
FAX: 540.658.6061. The original copy must be sent through school mail by September 4, 2015.
In addition, employees should:
1. Minimize all chemical exposure.
2.
Not underestimate chemical hazards.
3.
Know and understand the hazards of each chemical reactant and each of the products of chemical
experiments as stated in the SDS, lab direction, etc.
4.
Know how to properly store all chemicals. If there is a question, the Chemical Hygiene Officer for the
school should be consulted.
5. Wear appropriate eye protection when conducting all laboratory experiences. Chemical splash
goggles must be worn any time chemicals, glassware, or heat are used in the laboratory
6.
Use protective safety equipment to reduce potential exposure, i.e. gloves, respirators, fume
hood, etc. A safety shield or fume hood must be used for hazardous demonstrations.
7.
Never perform a first-time chemical demonstration in front of your class. Always perform first-
time demonstrations in front of other instructors to evaluate the safety of the demonstration.
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Operating Procedures cont.
8.
Know the locations for all personal safety and emergency equipment such as eye wash,
shower, fire extinguisher, and spill control materials.
9.
Know appropriate emergency procedures, waste disposal, spill clean-up, evacuation routes, and fire
emergency notification.
10. Only teachers/staff may handle concentrated materials requiring mixing or dilution.
11. Exercise great care in moving chemicals from room to room. Use trays or carts with raised edges for
moving glassware and chemicals. Move chemicals when students are not in hallways whenever possible.
12. Wash hands thoroughly after handling any chemicals or materials.
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Chemical Storage Rules and Procedures
No chemicals should be purchased or used in science laboratory exercises unless they:
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support the Essential Understandings and/or the Essential Knowledge found in the 2010 Science
Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework and/or SCPS curriculum guides
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are published in an appropriate laboratory manual with complete instructions.
Chemicals are to be purchased from commercial chemical suppliers except for those chemicals listed in
Appendix A that may be purchased from local community suppliers. Under no circumstances are
chemicals to be accepted as gifts or otherwise acquired from private individuals, manufacturing companies,
government agencies, etc. The teacher should be familiar with any exercise involving chemicals and follow
safe procedures for use and storage of those chemicals.
The quantity of chemicals stored should not be excessive. It is expected that quantities will be limited to
amounts no greater than what will be consumed over two academic years. Refer to the Flinn catalog for
specifications on shelf life and storage directions.
1.
Copies of the current school year’s Chemical Inventory of all chemicals, their quantities, and storage
location(s) must be kept: in the Principal’s office, by the Science Chemical Hygiene Officer, Science Lead
teacher, and in the chemical storage area.
2.
All chemicals including solutions you have made must be clearly labeled. In addition to the contents
and concentration, the date of purchase or mixing should be written on the label. No unlabeled
chemicals are to be stored.
3.
All chemicals should be stored in chemically compatible families. Refer to the Flinn catalog for
information about compatible families.
4.
Store chemicals in a separate, locked, dedicated storeroom. If chemicals are used in the classroom
for lab exercises, they must be returned to the proper storage location at the end of the day.
5.
Only authorized personnel are allowed in the chemical storage area. No Students are allowed in the
Chemical Storage area(s).
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6.
Store the minimum amount of chemicals needed and avoid bulk purchases. Smaller containers,
though generally more expensive, promote freshness, maintain quality, reduce the likelihood of
contamination, and lesson severity of spills.
7.
To reduce the potential for overexposure to more hazardous materials consider purchasing ready-to-
use products that require no mixing or dilution of concentrated ingredients when appropriate.
8.
Store corrosives in appropriate corrosives cabinets.
9.
No flammable materials should be stored outside of an approved flammables storage cabinet unless in
safety cans.
10. Store flammables away from all sources of ignition.
11. Never store flammables in refrigerators unless the refrigerator is explosion proof.
12. Avoid storing hazardous chemicals on shelves above eye level.
13. Chemical storage units should be placed on opposite sides of laboratory prep room. Nothing should
be placed on top of either the corrosives or the flammables cabinet. *The design of some chemical storage
rooms may not allow for this provision.
14. The storage area and cabinets should be labeled to identify the hazardous nature of the products
stored within each cabinet.
15. Chemicals should not be stored on the floor except in approved shipping containers.
16. Storage areas should be well ventilated.
17. Chemical exposure to heat or direct sunlight should be avoided.
18. Reduce the accumulation of waste by disposing of it as soon as possible after use. This will eliminate
the complications associated with the disposal of large quantities.
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19. Metal and glass containers of flammable liquids are limited to a maximum size of one gallon.
Approved safety cans are limited to a maximum size of two gallons.
a. Acetone
b. Amyl Alcohol
d. Methanol
e. Ethanol
c. Methyl Ethyl Ketone
20. Compressed gas cylinders are not allowed in science laboratories.
21. Employees conducting an inventory or inspection of a chemical storage area must wear splash
goggles and lab coats. If chemical containers are being rearranged, employees are not to work alone.
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Rules and Guidelines for Chemical Safety in the
School Science Laboratory
Safety Data Sheets (commonly known as SDS sheets)
**For a detailed ‘How-to Read an SDS’, please refer to Appendix H
A Safety Data Sheet (formerly MSDS) is a technical information sheet detailing health and safety
information concerning a hazardous chemical or chemical substance. Most SDS are divided into the
following sixteen sections:
1) PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
This section identifies the chemical and manufacturer. It gives both the chemical and trade names along
with any synonyms for the substance.
2) HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION
The percentage of each hazardous ingredient in the substance is given and data on its hazards are
provided.
Often the concentration of the substance to which a person can safely be exposed is given. The safe
exposure limit is reported as the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) or the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL).
Both TLV’s and PEL’s represent safe exposure limits and are figured for average exposures over a typical
eight-hour workday.
TLV’s are used to express the airborne concentration of a material to which nearly all persons can be
exposed day after day without adverse effects. TLV’s are expressed in three ways:
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TLV-TWA:The allowable time-weighted average exposure limit calculated
for a normal eight-hour workday.
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TLV-STEL:The short-term exposure limit or maximum concentration for a continuous fifteen minute
exposure period (maximum of four such periods per day with at least sixty minutes between exposure
periods provided that the daily TLV-TWA is not exceeded).
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TLV-C:The ceiling exposure limit – the concentration that should not be exceeded even
instantaneously.
PEL’s also may be expressed as a time-weighted average (TWA), short-term exposure level (STEL) or a
maximum ceiling exposure level (C).
TLV’s and PEL’s listed on a MSDS are usually expressed as “parts per million” (ppm), that is, parts of a
contaminant per million parts of air. TLV’s and PEL’s may also be expressed as milligrams per cubic
meter (mg/m3).
Any substance with a TLV or PEL below 200ppm is considered a potential hazard.
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3) COMPOSITION / INFORMATION
Here the SDS covers the physical characteristics of the chemical or chemical substance. In order to
control potential hazards, it is important for employees to be familiar with the physical characteristics of the
substances that are used.
4) FIRST-AID MEASURES
5) FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
6) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Specific Rules and Guidelines for Chemical Safety in the
School Science Laboratory (continued)
7) HANDLING AND STORAGE
8) EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
9) PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10) STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
11) TOXIOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13) DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
14) TRANSPORT INFORMATION
15) REGULATORY INFORMATION
16) OTHER INFORMATION
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
REACTIVITY DATA
SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURES
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
This section lists special precautions to follow when handling the chemical or chemical substance. Health
and safety information not covered in other parts of the SDS are listed here.
Specific Rules:
The rules and guidelines below are designed to avoid a number of hazardous situations. However, it must
be realized that some employees such as chemistry teachers may be exposed to chemicals on a daily
basis for a long period of time. These employees should be especially aware of the toxicological
information on the Safety Data Sheets for chemicals they frequently use.
1.
Never perform unauthorized laboratory experiments. Perform chemical experiments from a published
procedure with an understanding of possible hazards.
2.
Inspect all protective safety equipment before use. If defective, do not use.
3.
Have appropriate types and sizes of fire extinguishers. Triclass ABC are appropriate for laboratories.
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers are inappropriate for laboratories. A Class D fire extinguisher or clean,
dry sand should be available when working with flammable solids. Fire extinguishers should be inspected
every six months.
4.
Do not block fire exits. Keep all aisles clear.
5.
Post emergency telephone numbers in the chemical storage area. Have a telephone, intercom, or
other means of emergency communication in the laboratory.
6.
Clean up spills immediately and thoroughly. Follow approved spill cleanup procedures; spills should
only be cleaned up by approved personnel.
7.
The use or storage of mercury or mercury compounds is prohibited. Spills involving mercury need
special care. You cannot dispose of any mercury at your school, and unless you have a mercury spill kit,
you will not be able to complete clean-up of a spill (see part c).
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Rules and Guidelines for Chemical Safety in the School Science Laboratory (continued)
a.
Thermometers, barometers, or other devices containing mercury are not to be used. Non-
mercury thermometers remove a serious safety hazard and a troublesome clean up procedure.
The use of electronic substitutes, such as probeware, is encouraged.
b.
To have mercury-containing devices disposed, follow the division’s Emergency Management
Plan.
c.
In the event of spilled mercury:
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Follow the division’s Emergency Management Plan
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Avoid walking in the area or dispersing the mercury in any way
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Maximize ventilation: open windows, doors, use fans
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Do not use brooms, brushes, mops or vacuum cleaners on the spill. Wearing gloves, gently
push the mercury beads together with stiff paper. Larger beads may be picked up with a
medicine dropper and the medicine dropper put into a seamless plastic bottle. Glass
fragments can be scooped up with stiff paper (do not use your fingers) and put in the bottle
also.
8.
Neutralizing chemicals, such as a spill kit, dry sand, kitty litter, and other spill control materials, should
be readily available.
9.
Important notes on Chemical Disposal
a.
Due to the periodic disposal of unwanted chemicals by a licensed disposal company, the
quantity limits on stored chemicals, and the restrictions on purchasing, the disposal of hazardous
reagents from the school science department should not pose a problem. The Chemical Hygiene
Officer will be in charge of disposal of all hazardous reagents.
b.
All unknown chemicals will be considered hazardous.
c.
In general, the small quantities (test tube amounts) of chemical waste generated by the
science laboratory pose no problem for water treatment plants. Flush with adequate amounts of
water to protect plumbing. If there are any questions about a substance, consult with the Chemical
Hygiene Officer.
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d.
Biological preservatives such as alcohol or formalin may be flushed with water if quantities do
not exceed a few gallons. However, it is suggested that specimens be ordered in packaging that
uses the minimum amount of preservative. Non-formaldehyde preservatives are preferred.
e.
Preserved dissection specimens may be disposed with the end-of-year hazmat pick-up.
10. Work and floor surfaces should be cleaned regularly and kept free of clutter.
11. Do not use chipped, etched, or cracked glassware. Glassware that is chipped or scratched presents a
serious breakage hazard when heated or handled.
12. Eye protection must be worn. Chemical splash goggles must meet ANSI Z87.1 Standard. Wear face
shields when dealing with corrosive liquids, (i.e., full strength acids and bases).
13. Wear gloves that offer protection for all hazards you may find in the lab.
14. Always wear a lab coat or a chemical-resistant apron when dealing with corrosive chemicals.
15. Laboratory activities in chemistry and physics that require very low temperatures are usually performed
with the aid of liquid nitrogen.
Consider the following when using liquid nitrogen.
(Adapted from the Virginia DOE Safety in Science Teaching Manual)
a. Maintain liquid nitrogen in a Dewar flask.
b. Liquid nitrogen should not be stored or transported in a tightly sealed container.
Increased pressure can result in an explosion. Thermal gloves and other protective
clothing should be worn to avoid frostbite and other tissue damage.
c. While not poisonous, liquid nitrogen can cause asphyxiation if allowed to vaporize and
accumulate in a closed area, replacing oxygen. It should not be allowed to vaporize in a
classroom.
d. DO NOT ALLOW LIQUID NITROGEN TO CONTACT SKIN! Severe tissue damage can
result.
e. ALL experiments using cryogenic chemicals MUST be approved by the Supervisor of Math and
Science.
f. Consider visiting this website for video demonstrations: http://education.jlab.org/frost/
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16. Do not pipet by mouth. Always use a pipet bulb or other appropriate suction
device.
17. Wash thoroughly after any chemical exposure or before leaving the laboratory.
18. Never smell chemicals directly; always waft the odors to your nose using your hand.
19. Foodstuffs should not be eaten if in a room with toxic materials, or in areas containing any science
materials used for labs.
20. Do not apply cosmetics in areas where laboratory chemicals are present.
21. Read all labels carefully; the names of many chemicals look alike at first glance.
22. No unlabeled products should be stored anywhere in the science facility.
23. Handle toxic, corrosive, flammable, and noxious chemicals under a fume hood.
24. Do not expose flammable liquids to open flame, sparks, heat, or any source of ignition.
25. At least every semester inspect all shelf clips in your acid cabinet to check for possible corrosion. Corroded shelf
clips can lead to a shelf collapsing and causing dangerous spills.
26. Use a safety shield when igniting flammable solids.
27. Use extreme caution when handling finely divided (dust-like) material. Finely divided materials may
form explosive mixtures with air and also make inhalation of toxic materials more likely.
28. Discourage the use of contact lenses in areas where chemicals are used or stored. If contacts must
be worn, wear non-vented goggles.
29. All accidents or near accidents (close calls) should be carefully analyzed with the results distributed to all who
might benefit. Send your information to the K-12 Science Coordinator for distribution.
30. In the event of an injury, when time allows, fill out an accident report describing the
event in detail. Accident report forms are obtainable from the school principal.
31. Develop and practice emergency plans (fire, spills, power failure, etc.) with your
students. Discuss your plans with the Chemical Hygiene Officer.
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Facilities and Safety Equipment for Science Laboratories
For the safe operation of the Science Laboratory the following conditions are necessary where chemicals,
open flames, heating of glassware, or release of fumes are involved.
1.
An easily accessible fire blanket must be present where open flames are used.
2.
Clean and functional splash goggles must be available.
3. Adequate laboratory ventilation must be provided when chemical fumes are liberated. Exhaust air
must be vented externally to the building or otherwise purified. A rate of four to twelve air changes per
hour is recommended.
4. Fire extinguishers must be of the right type, Tri-class ABC, and they must always be properly
inspected. A fire extinguisher must be located in each laboratory and chemical storage area.
5. Eyewash stations must be functional and flushed at least once a month. Eye wash bottles should be
maintained according to the manufacturers’ directions.
6. Fume hood must be functional. A level of 60 – 100 linear feet per minute is recommended.
(A Fire Marshall can test this)
7. A safety shield must be available for demonstrations. This does not remove the responsibility for
wearing safety goggles.
8.
Full body showers are to be located in high school chemistry labs.
9. Running water should be available for hand washing in laboratories using preserved specimens or
handling chemicals.
10. A sharps container is to be provided for disposal of broken glass and used blades. Do not put sharp
objects in the trash. At the end of school year, sharps containers are to be turned into maintenance for
proper disposal.
In no instance should a classroom not properly equipped be used for laboratory exercises
involving chemicals, flames, or release of fumes. The Chemical Hygiene Officer must inspect all
safety equipment at the beginning of each semester and correct deficiencies immediately. The
Chemical Hygiene Officer must keep documentation of corrective actions taken.
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Employee Training
At the beginning of each year, the Chemical Hygiene Officer at each high school and middle school will
provide an orientation about the Chemical Hygiene Plan to employees who will be working in the science
laboratory and chemical storage areas.
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Employees hired after this orientation must be presented the same information before they begin
work in the science laboratory.
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No Science teacher will perform demonstrations, lab activities or any type of lab investigation using
science materials or equipment until the Science In-service Sheet has been faxed to the K-12
Science Coordinator FAX: 540.658.6061
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The paper copy, with the original signatures, must be couriered to the K-12 Science Coordinator by
Friday, September 4, 2015.
The orientation will include the following:
1.
Distribution of the written Chemical Hygiene Plan for Science Departments of Stafford County Public
Schools to each middle school and high school science teacher and each maintenance/custodial
department. If these employees have copies already, any changes or updates of information will be
provided.
2.
Locations of the chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheets at the school. Copies of SDS
sheets should be in a location within the Science Department that is known by and accessible to all
teachers who use these materials.
3.
Procedure for reporting accidents or unsafe conditions.
4. Required by OSHA - Mandatory viewing of the Flinn Training Video and successful completion of the
multiple choice assessment which produces a printable certificate. A printed copy of the Flinn
Certificate should be sent to K-12 Science Coordinator within the first 2 weeks of school, and a copy
saved on file with Chemical Hygiene Officer. To access this video - Go to Google and search: “Flinn
Required GHS Training - The Right to Understand”
5. Procedure for medical treatment involving chemical exposure. Remember one source of information for
medical treatment is found on Safety Data Sheets.
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Contact nurse and principal first, then 911
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*If school’s safety plan addresses this issue please refer to it.
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Coordinator your Principal by April 15th. Your principal may submit your form digitally to the work order
system.
7. The Chemical Hygiene Officer must give approval in writing for the acquisition of any chemicals in high
schools and middle schools. Please make your bookkeeper aware of this policy.
8. Instruction on how to read the Safety Data Sheets in order to obtain appropriate hazard
information.
9.
10.
A reminder of the list of chemicals prohibited in the school science laboratory.
Instruction on emergency procedures in the event of fire, chemical spills, or injury.
11. Flinn Scientific also has free online safety training, in which you can receive submit a proposal on MLP
to receive PD points.
Additional employee training should be regularly included in
Science Department meetings and/or other in-service meetings.
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Appendix A
Stafford County Public Schools - - Science Chemical Review List
No chemicals should be purchased or used in science laboratories unless they:
(a)
support the Essential Understandings and/or the Essential Knowledge found in the Science
Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework, 2010 and
(b)
are published in an appropriate laboratory manual with complete instructions.
Chemicals are to be purchased from commercial chemical suppliers. Under no circumstances are
chemicals to be accepted as gifts or otherwise acquired from private individuals, manufacturing companies,
government agencies, etc. The teacher should be familiar with any exercise involving chemicals and follow
safe procedures for use and storage of those chemicals.
The quantity of chemicals stored should not be excessive. Quantities should be limited to amounts no
greater than what will be consumed over two academic years.
The following list of chemicals was prepared using data from the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of
Education, the Council of State Science Supervisors, and the Flinn Chemical Catalog/Reference Manual.
Evaluation of these chemicals involved reactivity, toxicity, carcinogenic potential, explosiveness, and
flammability. This brief list should be compared to the chemical inventory. Those chemicals preceded by
an asterisk (*) should not be purchased, used, or stored. The other chemicals listed should be used or
stored only with appropriate cautions. The SDS should be read before using these or any other chemicals.
The Flinn Chemical Catalog/Reference Manual is a good source of information on potential hazards.
Hazards indicated: C = positive or suspected carcinogen
T = moderately to extremely toxic
R = highly reactive and/or corrosive
F or E = potentially flammable or explosive
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SCPS ACCEPTED CHEMICAL LIST
Acetamide – C
Acetic acid (glacial) - T, F, R
Acetic acid – R
Acetone - F, T
Acetyl chloride - F
Acrylonitrile - C
dl-Adrenalin - T
Ammonium chromate - T
Ammonium dichromate - T, E, F
Ammonium hydroxide (6M) - T
Ammonium nitrate (crystals) - T, E
Ammonium vanadate (ammonium metavandate)- T
Antimony - T
Antimony oxide – T
Antimony pentachloride - R
Antimony trichloride – T
Barium oxalate - T
Barium peroxide - T, F (High School Only, Demo
Supply)
Benzoyl chloride - T, R
Biuret solution - R
All Cadmium compounds – T
Cadmium bromide - T
Cadmium carbonate – T
Cadmium nitrate - C, T, F
Cadmium sulfate - C, T
Calcium hypochlorite – T
Calcium nitrate (crystals) – F
Calcium oxide - R, F
Chlorpromazine - T
Chromium potassium sulfate – T
Cobalt - T
Cobalt chloride – T
Dichlorobenzene - T
Dioxane - C
Ethyl alcohol - F, T
Ethylene oxide - T, F
Ether (ethyl ether) - F, E
Ferrous sulfate - T
Formalin (10% formaldehyde) T
Hydrochloric acid – R
Hydrogen gas - F
Hydrogen peroxide (over 6% for high school only) - T,
R
Hydrogen sulfide - T
Hydroquinone - T
Iodine crystals - T, R (High School Only, Demo
Supply)
Isobutyl alcohol - F, T
Isopropyl alcohol - F
Lactic acid - R
All Lead compounds - T
Lithium - F, R (max. qty. -1 yr. demo
supply
Lithium nitrate crystals - E, R (max. qty. - 1 yr. demo supply)
Magnesium - F
Magnesium chlorate - T
Magnesium perchlorate – R
Methyl alcohol - F, T
Methyl ethyl ketone - F
Methyl iodide - C
Methyl methacrylate - T, F
Nickel(ous) Ammonium sulfate crystals - T
Nickel carbonate – C
Nickel(ous) chloride - T, C
Nickel(ous) nitrate - T, C
Nickel oxide - C
Nickel(ous) sulfate - T, C
Nicotine - T
Nitric acid - R
Osmium tetroxide - T
Para-dichlorobenze (1,4 Dichlorabenzene) - T
Pentane - F
Perchloroethylene - C, T
1-Phenyl-2Thiourea - T
Phenylthiocarbamide powder - T
Potassium metal - E, R (max. qty. - 1 yr. demo supply
Potassium chromate - C, T
Potassium dichromate - R, T, C
Potassium ferricyanide – T
Potassium ferrocyanide - T
Potassium hydroxide (solid) - T, R
Potassium nitrate - F, E
Potassium nitrite (crystals) - F,E
Potassium periodate - R
Potassium permanganate - T, F
Propionic acid - F
n-Propyl alcohol - F
Pyridine - T, E
Pyrogallol (Pyrogallic acid) - T
Sebacoyl chloride/hexane soln. -F
Silver acetate – T
Silver nitrate - T, R
Soda lime - R
Sodium metal- F, R (max. qty.1 yr. demo supply)
Sodium chlorate - F
Sodium chromate - T, C
Sodium dichromate - T, C
Sodium fluoride - T
Sodium hydroxide solutions - R
(purchase of pre-mixed soln. recommended)
Sodium hydroxide - R
Sodium nitrate - R, E, T
Sodium nitrate (granular) - T, F, E (for A. P. Chemistry
only)
Sodium nitrite - C, T, E
Sodium sulfide - T, F
Sodium thiocynate - T
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(continued)
Stannic chloride - R, T
Strontium nitrate - F
Sudan IV - C
Sulfuric acid - R, T
Tannic acid - C, T
Tetrabromoethane - T
Thioacetamide - C, T
Thiourea (thiocarbamide) - C
(Appendix A cont.)
Toluidine - C
Trichloroethylene - C, T
Uranyl acetate - C
Uranyl nitrate - C, F, E
Urethane - C
Vinylite - C
Winkler's solution #2 - R
Wood's metal - T
Xylene - F, T
Zinc nitrate (flakes - T,
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SCPS PROHIBITED CHEMICAL LIST:
*Acetic anhydride - F, R, T
*Aluminum chloride (anhydrous) - R, T
* Ammonium bichromate - T, E. F
*Aniline - T, C
*Aniline hydrochloride - T
*Antracene - C
* Arsenic - T
* Arsenic chloride - T
*Arsenic pentoxide - T
*Arsenic trioxide -C, T
* Asbestos - C
*Arcarite - C
*Barium chloride (crystals) T
*Benzene - C, T. F
*Benzidine - T
*Benzoin - C, T
*Benzoyl peroxide - T, E, R
*Beryllium carbonate - T
*Bromine - T, F
*Bromine water - T (High School
Only & fresh supply only)
*Cadmium - C, T
*Cadmium chloride - C
*Calcium carbide - F
*Calcium cyanide - T
*Carbon disulfide - F, E
*Carbon tetrachloride - T
*Catechol (pyrocatechol) - T
*Chlorine, chlorine water - T (High
School Only & fresh supply only)
*Chloral hydrate - T*Chloretone (chlorobutanol) - T
*Chloroform - C, T
*Chromium - C, T
*Chromium (powder) - C
*Chromium oxide - C
*Chromium trioxide (chromic acid)C,T
*Colchicine - C, T
Cyclohexane - F, T (for high school only)
*Cyclohexene - F, T, E
*Cyclohexanol - F, T *Dimethylaniline - T
*Dichloroethane (ethylene dichloride) -C
*2,4-Dinitrophenol- T, E
*Diisopropyl ether - E
*Ethylene dichloride (Dichloroethane C,F,T
*Formaldehyde (37% solution) - T, C
*Formic acid - R *Gasoline
- F, E *Gunpowder - E
*Hexachlorophene - T
*Hydrobromic acid - T
*Hydrofluoric acid - T
'Isopentyl alcohol - F, T
*Isopropyl alcohol (above 70% - F, T
*Lead acetate (flakes) - T, C
*Lead arsenate - C, T
*Mercury (and all compounds) T
*Millon's reagent solution - T
*Paris green - T
*Perchloric acid - R, E
*Petroleum ether - F
*Phenol (Crystals or 88%solution) - C, T
*Phosphorus, red or white - F
*Phosphorus pentoxide – F,R
*Picric Acid – T,E
*Potassium metal – E,R
*Potassium cyanide – T
*Potassium chlorate – T,E
*Potassium sulfide – F, T
*Silver cyanide, T
*Sodium arsenate, T,C
*Sodium arsenite, T,C
*Sodium azide, T,E
*Sodium cyanide – T
*Sodium peroxide – E
*Stontium – F
*Sulfuric acid (fuming) – T,R
*Toluene – T,F
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Appendix B
Science Safety Guidelines for Teachers
Stafford County Public Schools
The following minimum guidelines must be read and observed by all teachers K-12 who teach science.
These guidelines are part of the Chemical Hygiene Plan and are reviewed annually.
General Guidelines:
1.
It is the teacher’s responsibility to know any hazards that might be associated with a laboratory
experiment or demonstration and to take steps to protect themselves and their students against such
hazards. Only demonstrate experiments and/or have students perform experiments that are very
familiar to you. If there is any doubt about the safety of an experiment, wait until you can find someone
who can answer your questions before proceeding.
2.
Students must be under the active supervision of a teacher during any science experiment. Teachers
are never to leave the room while students are engaged in a laboratory exercise or when chemicals or
equipment are in use in the room.
3.
Teachers must be familiar with all safety equipment and emergency procedures. Safety equipment
(safety goggles, aprons, etc.) appropriate to the laboratory experiment must be provided. The teaching
environment should be appropriate for the science activities performed. The teaching environment
includes features such as room size, adequate ventilation, the presence of fire extinguishers, eye wash
fountains, etc. Student maturity and behavior should be taken into consideration when selecting
laboratory exercises.
4.
Students must be instructed in safety rules before lab activities. The “Stafford County Public Schools
Science Safety Rules and Procedures Agreement” is required for middle and high school student’s
grades 6-12.
5.
Students must be instructed in procedures for leaving the science room under emergency conditions.
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SCPS Safety Guidelines for Teachers (continued)
Chemical Guidelines:
Teachers who engage in laboratory activities involving chemicals need to consult the Chemical Hygiene
Plan for more specific rules and procedures designed to protect them as employees of Stafford County
Public Schools.
1.
Do not acquire or store any chemicals unless they support the Essential Understandings and/or the
Essential Knowledge found in the Science Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework, 2010.
2.
Purchase or receive chemicals only from reliable sources such as science supply companies. Do not
accept donations from other sources, private or public.
3.
Avoid stockpiling chemicals in order to prevent problems with storage space, deterioration, magnitude
of accidental spills, etc. Only order quantities of chemicals that can be used within a two-year period.
4.
All chemicals must be stored in a locked storage room. NO students are allowed in the Science
storage rooms.
5.
Adequate ventilation is essential. Most elementary school classrooms, or classrooms not equipped as
a science lab, do not have adequate ventilation for experiments involving volatile substances.
6.
Chemical splash goggles must be worn during all chemical experiments. If students are observing a
chemistry demonstration, a protective safety shield is needed in addition to the safety goggles.
7. Write the purchase date on each chemical’s container using a permanent marker.
Equipment Guidelines:
1.
Do not operate and do not allow a student to operate any piece of equipment that is not thoroughly
familiar to you. Be sure that you have thoroughly explained the operation procedures to the student.
2.
Teachers and students must wear eye protection when heating glassware, using chemicals, or
performing experiments that could generate flying objects. In addition, a safety shield should be used
during demonstrations that pose these hazards.
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SCPS Safety Guidelines for Teachers (continued)
3.
Instruct students in the proper use of flames or heating elements before use in an experiment. Use
alcohol burners with caution. Do not allow students to fill burners; fill in well-ventilated areas. Never fill
when flames are in use; never keep stock containers of alcohol or other flammables in a room where
flames are in use. Never transport a lit alcohol burner. Glass alcohol burners are not allowed.
4.
Never allow a student to focus direct sunlight through a microscope. Magnifying glasses can also
cause eye damage if a student looks through them at the sun.
5.
Elementary teachers should substitute plastic measuring vessels for glassware whenever possible.
6.
Thermometers, barometers, or other devices containing mercury are not to be used. See page 15-16
of the Chemical Hygiene Plan for mercury cleanup procedure. (Note: The Science Chemical Review
List prohibits the use or storage of mercury and mercury compounds).
7.
Inspect all electrical cords before use. Keep areas around electrical cord, outlets, and equipment dry.
Biological and Environmental Hazard Control
Biology, Life Science and Earth Science teachers are confronted with a wide range of hazards. In
addition to chemical agents, there are the hazards associated with (a) handling animals and
microorganisms, and, (b) classroom activities on the school grounds and outdoor study areas. Effective
control of such hazards involves: (a) recognition of the hazard, (b) development of control procedures, and
(c) development of first aid measures.
SCPS GUIDELINES
1.
No lab exercises involving the collecting of or use of blood are to be performed. Blood
experiments are to be done with commercially available blood substitutes and microscopy of human
blood is to be done with commercially prepared slides, and not fresh smears.
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SCPS Safety Guidelines for Teachers (continued)
2.
The deliberate culture of microorganisms should be done in an AP/IB Science course in which this is
required. The teacher must be familiar with safe culture procedures. No cultures are to be made using
known pathogens. Human and animal body fluids, including saliva, are not to be cultured. Culture kits
must be purchased from a trusted vendor.
3. Care and common sense should be used in collecting and handling live insects and other invertebrates.
These activities should only be accomplished when in direct support of the Essential Knowledge and/or
Essential Understandings of the Science Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework.
4.
For information about the legal implications related to wild animals in schools refer to the information
from the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Go to www.dgif.virginia.gov and click on
'Wildlife Information,' then click on 'Wildlife Laws, Regulations, and Guidance' then click on “Educators
and Virginia's Wildlife Laws.”
5.
Students and teachers should wash their hands thoroughly after handling chemicals, plants and/or
animals.
ANIMALS IN INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS: RECOGNITION OF THE HAZARD
A. Numerous diseases can be transmitted to humans from animals, some of these can be
fatal
1. Animals may contract and serve as carriers for human diseases.
2. Scratches and bites are hazards when handling animals.
3. Animals can be sources of potentially severe allergies.
4. Animals may adversely impact classroom air quality.
B. Control Procedures—Acquisition Procedures
1.
Only certified disease-free animals should be purchased from reputable firms. The
purchase of animals from local breeders or the use of pet animals is not advised.
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SCPS Safety Guidelines for Teachers (continued)
2. Purchase only species suited to the learning environment and instructional programs. Low
food consumption and small physical size should be considered in the selection of
appropriate species.
3. Permits may be required for securing and/or keeping certain animals. Check local, state,
and federal regulations.
4. Animals captured in the wild can only be used in school laboratories in direct support of the
Essential Knowledge and/or Essential Understandings of the Science Standards of Learning
Curriculum Framework and care and safety must follow strict adherence to local, state, and
federal laws which includes clear care and duration of study.
C. Housing specifications.
1. Animal care facilities should be of sufficient size to allow the animals to comfortably perform
such natural functions as eating, exercising, and sleeping. The facilities must be sanitary.
2. Feeding and watering equipment should be selected for ease of cleaning and sanitizing and
for suitability for the species.
3. The facilities should be designed to allow removal of animal waste with minimum
disturbance to the animal.
4. Climactic control (temperature, humidity, and air quality) must be sufficient to provide a
humane environment for the animal.
D. Classroom Management policies
1. Appropriate resource organizations and/or reference material should be consulted to ensure
that a proper environment is maintained for the animals.
2. The animals must be fed and their facilities cleaned at appropriate intervals. This schedule
must be maintained on weekends and school holidays.
3. Cages/Tanks, feeding devices, watering devices and bedding materials should be sterilized.
4. Hands should be sterilized before and after any contact with an animal or its environment.
5. Access to animal care facilities should be limited to those individuals directly responsible for
the animals.
6. The appropriate climate for a species must be maintained at all times.
7. Animals suspected of being ill should be isolated and given proper care.
8. People who are ill should not be permitted to handle and care for laboratory animals.
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SCPS Safety Guidelines for Teachers (continued)
9. Appropriate protective equipment such as leather or rubber gloves should be worn when
handling animals.
10. Only commercially prepared specimens should be used for dissection.
Science Field Studies
1.
Field Experiences must be well planned and include activities that support the Essential Knowledge
and/or Essential Understandings of the Science Standards of Learning Curriculum Framework. Instruct
students about any potential hazards at the field study site.
2.
Students must be under competent adult supervision. The number of adult supervisors should be
appropriate for the type of field trip and the age and maturity of the students.
3.
Field studies that leave the natural environment undisturbed are encouraged. If collecting specimens
for further study, be conservative in the number of specimens collected and use methods that cause
the least disruption to the habitat. Do not collect any rare or endangered species. Do not remove any
specimens from a protected area such as a park, conservation area, or nature preserve.
4.
Do not use bare hands when turning over rocks, logs, etc. or when handling animals capable of
inflicting bites and stings. Regard the field study site as a lab setting and provide protective equipment
if necessary.
5.
Do not allow students to eat or taste plant material collected in the wild, or drink from ponds, streams,
or lakes.
6.
Avoid using glass containers in the field. Use plastic or cardboard containers for collecting or
transporting materials.
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Appendix C
STAFFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SCIENCE SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES AGREEMENT
**A copy of the current year’s agreement **
should follow this page.
~ A Spanish translation version is also available. ~
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SCIENCE SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES AGREEMENT
In order to ensure that science experiments are safe and positive learning experiences, students and their
parents should read, discuss, and sign this science safety rules and procedures agreement. No student in grades 6 –
12 will be permitted to participate in science laboratory work until this agreement is signed by parent and student
and returned to the teacher.
1. Act in a responsible manner at all times. Misconduct that endangers anyone will not be tolerated.
2. Never work without adult supervision. Do not handle any materials until instructed by the teacher to do so.
3.
Perform the experiments as directed. Read the written directions. Do not do anything that is not part of the
approved experimental procedure. Follow all instructions given by the teacher. If you do not understand a
direction or piece of equipment, ask the teacher before proceeding.
4.
Eating, drinking, or chewing gum in the lab or experimental work area is forbidden.
5.
Make-up is not to be applied in the laboratory.
6.
Keep hands away from face, eyes, and mouth when using chemicals or preserved specimens.
7.
Wear appropriate lab safety equipment as directed by your teacher. Keep protective equipment on until
everyone has finished the lab and all chemicals have been put away.
8.
Learn the locations and operation of emergency equipment including eyewash fountains, safety showers, fire
extinguishers, fire blankets, etc. Report all accidents, injuries, or close calls to your teacher.
9.
Follow teacher instructions for leaving the room under emergency conditions, fire drills, etc.
10. Closed-toe shoes must be worn during all laboratory exercises. Special care should be taken with loose
clothing.
11. Tie back long hair to keep it away from flames and chemicals.
12. Never taste a laboratory chemical. Never pipet by mouth; use a pipet bulb.
13. Check odors only if instructed to do so by gently wafting the vapor upward toward your nose with your hand.
14. Do not use chipped or cracked glassware. Follow teacher instructions on bending and insertion of glass
tubing into stoppers. Do not pick up broken glass with your fingers – sweep up larger pieces, use moist
cotton for fine particles. Put broken glass, used blades, or other sharp materials in designated containers only.
15. Carry sharp objects with tip or sharp edge pointing downwards. Do not try to catch falling sharp objects.
16. Use caution when heating materials in the lab. Never turn on the heat source until instructed by the teacher.
Eye protection must be worn. Keep hands and face away from the mouth of a test tube or beaker being
heated. Turn off heat source when you are finished – never leave an active heat source unattended.
Remember, a variety of lab materials can retain heat for a long period of time.
17. Do not enter science prep rooms or storage areas. Never take chemicals, supplies, or equipment out of the
laboratory without the knowledge and consent of your science teacher.
18. Clean your work area at the end of each lab: put away equipment and reagents, notify your teacher of any
spills on floors or counter tops. Wash your hands. Report any damaged glassware, equipment, or unsafe
conditions.
Additional safety instructions may be added by your science teacher.
I, __________________________________________ (print student name) have read, understand, and agree to follow these
science safety rules and procedures. I agree to abide by any additional instructions, written or verbal, provided by my science
teacher or adult supervisor.
_____________________________________________
Student Signature and Date
_____Check here if you wear contact lenses.
______________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature and Date
_____Check here if there are no known allergies or medical problems.
If needed, please list any allergies or medical problems of which your teacher should be aware.
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Appendix D
Science Department Chemical Storage Inspection Checklist
This checklist describes the conditions for a science chemical storage area to be in compliance with the Chemical
Hygiene Plan for Stafford County Public Schools. Copies of this report and documentation of necessary corrective
actions taken are to be kept by the Chemical Hygiene Officer of the school, the Supervisor of Math and Science, and the
K-12 Science Coordinator.
School ____________________________________________________________
Storage Location ____________________________________________________________
*If you have more than prep room, then make additional copies of this form. One form per prep room
Inspection should be completed by CHO and one additional teacher.
Chemical Hygiene Officer Signature ____________________________________
Date_____________
Teacher’s Signature _______________________________________ Date_________________
Satisfactory
Conditions within storage area:
C = Corrective action needed
If corrective action is needed, below the table, fill in the date issue was fixed
and the initials of person completing.
C or 
1. All chemicals are clearly labeled with all appropriate information.
2. Chemicals are stored on secure shelving.
3. Chemicals are spaced to allow safe storage and removal of chemicals.
4. Stored quantities of hazardous chemicals do not exceed a two-year supply.
5. The chemicals stored are only those required for science instruction.
6. Labeled cabinets are used for storage of flammables and contact hazards.
7. Storage area is free of defective containers.
8. Hazardous chemicals are not stored above eye level.
9. Locked doors secure access to the chemical storage area.
10. A fire extinguisher is located in the chemical storage area.
11. Materials are available for spill control and cleanup.
12. Floor area is free from clutter and provides easy exit from storage room
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Appendix D
Science Department Chemical Storage Inspection Checklist (Cont’d)
13. None of the following are stored:
a. Gasoline
b. Mercury or mercury compounds
c. Benzoyl peroxide
d. Carbon disulfide
e. Ether
f. Picric acid
g. Perchloric acid
h. Arsenic powder, pentoxide, trichloride, trioxide, lead arsenate, sodium arsenate
or sodium arsenite
i. Asbestos
j. Benzene or benzidine
k. Chromium powder or chromium (IV) oxide
14. SDS sheets are available in a clearly marked location.
15. Metal and glass containers of flammables are limited to one gallon in size.
16. Glass bottles are limited to one gallon for any of the following chemicals:
acetone, amyl alcohol, methyl ethyl ketone, cyclohexane, ethanol, methanol.
17. Chemical storage area and laboratory has adequate ventilation.
18. Operation of fume hood is adequate; 60 to 100 linear feet per minute is recommended
Corrective Actions
Date
Initials of staff
who addressed the
issue
Issue
* Continue on another piece of paper if needed. *
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Appendix E
Inspection performed by:
Offices of Risk Management
and Maintenance
Chemical Hygiene Plan Checklist
This chemical hygiene plan checklist is for use in Stafford County Public Schools for annual
inspections of science departments to ensure effectiveness and compliance with OSHA Standard
29 CFR 1910.1450, Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories. Copies are
to be kept by the Chemical Hygiene Officer of the school and the General Supervisor, Science.
School_______________________ Chemical Hygiene Officer ____________________
Date ________________________ Inspection
by____________________________________
Item #
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Compliance: √ indicates compliance with OSHA Standard
1. Laboratory use of hazardous chemicals complies with OSHA Standard.
2. Work is performed on laboratory scale.
3. Employees are not exposed to substances requiring monitoring as defined by
the OSHA Standard.
4. There is a written Chemical Hygiene Plan as defined by OSHA Standard.
□
□
5. The Chemical Hygiene Plan is capable of protecting employees from health
hazards associated with chemicals in the laboratory.
6. The Chemical Hygiene Plan is readily available to employees, employee
representatives, and evaluators.
□
7. The Chemical Hygiene Plan indicates specific measures to ensure employee
protection in the laboratory including the following:
□
a. Standard operating procedures relevant to safety and health to be used when
working with hazardous chemicals are addressed.
□
□
□
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b. Circumstances that require prior approval are addressed.
c. There is documentation of employee information and training at the time of
employment and/or new assignment.
d. Employees are given access to a copy of the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
e. The Chemical Hygiene Plan is reviewed in detail with employees at least
annually and any new provisions are explained.
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Appendix E
Inspection performed by:
Offices of Risk Management
and Maintenance
Chemical Hygiene Plan Checklist Continued
□
8. Only chemical processes that do not require use of respirators are used.
□
9. Employees are provided the opportunity to receive medical attention
under the circumstances defined in the Standard.
□
10. Chemicals of unknown composition are assumed hazardous and
covered in the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
□
11. Labels on incoming containers of hazardous chemicals are not removed
or defaced.
□
12. Chemical Hygiene Plan indicates particularly hazardous chemicals not
allowed for laboratory use or storage.
□
13. Procedures for removal of unwanted or hazardous chemicals are
explained.
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14. The Chemical Hygiene Plan is reviewed and updated at least annually
Recommended Actions: please attach additional documents.
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Appendix F
STAFFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Science Department
Chemical Hygiene Plan In-service Sheet
School Name _____________________________________________________
Date of In-service _______________________________
In-service conducted by ____________________________________________
Signature of Chemical Hygiene Officer
Administrator Signature _____________________________________________
Signature below indicates the employee has attended the Chemical Hygiene
Plan (CHP) In-service, has a copy of the CHP and any new revisions, and has
received instruction on the features of the CHP. This sheet is to be kept by the
Chemical Hygiene Officer to document the Employee Training Component of the
CHP.
Name
Position
Signature
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Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) In-service
(Appendix F cont.)
School Name: ___________________
Signature below indicates the employee has attended the Chemical Hygiene
Plan (CHP) In-service, has a copy of the CHP and any new revisions, and has
received instruction on the features of the CHP. This sheet is to be kept by the
Chemical Hygiene Officer to document the Employee Training Component of the
CHP.
Name
Position
Signature
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