Lab safety and SDS
Tue, Sep 1, 2026 · Week 2 · Principles of Biomedical Technology (Principles of Biomedical Science)
Today's goal: Identify core lab safety rules, PPE, and how to read a Safety Data Sheet before completing the PLTW intro task.
What a finished product looks like
This is a model of the work you should turn in today. Use it to check your own: match the structure and the level of detail, do not copy it. Your data and wording should be your own.
Chemical: Hydrogen peroxide, 3 percent solution
Hazard class (Section 2): Mild eye and skin irritant; oxidizer
Required PPE (Section 8): Splash goggles and nitrile gloves
First aid (Section 4): For eye contact, rinse with water for at least 15 minutes and seek help if irritation continues. For skin contact, wash with soap and water.
Disposal (Section 13): Dilute with water and flush down the drain only if local rules allow, otherwise collect in the labeled waste container.
Note: I found hazards in Section 2 and first aid in Section 4, exactly where the SDS standard puts them.
| SDS Section | What it tells you |
|---|---|
| Section 2 | Hazard identification |
| Section 4 | First-aid measures |
| Section 8 | Exposure controls and PPE |
| Section 13 | Disposal considerations |
Also due today: Hand in your completed SDS card at the end of class. Also complete the online lab-safety contract task.
WebXam problem for today's skill
One exam-style question that uses exactly what you practiced today. Try it before you reveal the answer, then read why each choice is right or wrong.
Tap an answer to see the full explanation. Nothing is recorded or graded.