1. Learn how to use the information from material safety data sheets or other resources to assess the physical and health hazards of chemicals.

2. Become familiar with the types of personal protective equipment commonly needed for laboratory use of chemicals.

3. See how a standard operating procedure for a chemical is written.

4. Review guidelines for proper chemical storage

5. Learn correct fume hood work practices.

6. Become familiar with MIT’s fume hood survey program

7. Review correct use of laboratory safety equipment.

8. Know how to handle gas cylinders safely.

9. Learn how to respond to chemical related emergencies in your laboratories.