General Laboratory Precautions

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General Laboratory Precautions

Laboratory safety includes a number of precautions designed to protect you and your coworkers.
Remember that eating, drinking, smoking, and applying cosmetics or lip balm are forbidden in areas where chemicals are present.
Do not sniff or taste chemicals.
Do not store food in areas where chemicals are present.