Unlike laboratory dress code policies, rules for personal protection cover what employees should be wearing in the lab in order to protect themselves from various hazards, as well as basic hygiene rules to follow to avoid any sort of contamination.
When working with equipment, hazardous materials, glassware, heat, and/or chemicals, always wear face shields or safety glasses.
When handling any toxic or hazardous agent, always wear the appropriate gloves.
When performing laboratory experiments, you should always wear a smock or lab coat.
Before leaving the lab or eating, always wash your hands.
After performing an experiment, you should always wash your hands with soap and water.
When using lab equipment and chemicals, be sure to keep your hands away from your body, mouth, eyes, and face.
