From September 2006/7 all pupils will need to sign  an agreement form This will be based on a modified  originating from http://cuip.uchicago.edu/schools/kozminski/sciencelab_rules.html

SCIENCE  SAFETY RULES

The science laboratory is an enjoyable, exciting place to work or learn.  It must also be a safe place.  I agree to conduct myself well while in the lab.  I agree to follow my teacher's instructions at all times and follow the safety rules listed below:

1. I will always get my teacher's permission before beginning a lab activity.
2. I will never run, push, or play in the lab.
3. I will never eat or drink anything in the lab.
4. I will always use care when working with unknown substances.
   This means:
   
                       * I will never touch anything without the teacher's permission.
                       * I will never smell any substance without my teacher's permission.
                       * I will never taste any substance without my teacher's permission.
   
5. I will always use care when I handle lab equipment.
   
   This means: 
   * I will be careful with glassware.  I will report all chipped or cracked glass to the teacher.
   * I will report any glass breakage to the teacher.
   * I will learn the location and proper use of the safety equipment in the lab.
   
6. I will always report any accident to my teacher immediately.
   
   

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ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE A SIGNED SAFETY FORM ON FILE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LAB ACTIVITIES.

I have read and understand the safety rules listed above.
I agree to follow all safety rules in the science lab at all times.

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Student Name                                                                         Date
 

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Parent or Guardian Signature