Professor Jones: ‘Excellent! Now let’s discuss how we can keep ourself safe in the lab. Are you familiar with the term personal protective equipment (PPE)?’
You: ‘It sounds like the term is self-explanatory. It is the equipment you have to wear to keep you safe!’
Professor Jones: ‘That’s correct! Have a look at the student below and try to identify the PPE.’
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Professor Jones: Let’s start with what clothing we need to wear in the lab when performing lab experiments?’
Michael: ‘oh…that white thing…a white lab coat which has long sleeves!’
Professor Jones: ‘Correct! Why do we need to wear it always during a lab practical and why is it white in colour usually?’