Floor Plan of Laboratory

Key
1. Mechanical Shaker
2. UTM 2
3. Tensile Testing Machine
4. Los Angeles Abrasion Machine
5. Compression Machine
6. Vicat Apparatus
7. UTM 1
8. Digital Sieve Mechanical Shaker
9. First Aid Kit
10. Oven
11. Slump Cones
12. Fire Extinguishers
 Use of Equipment
1. Mechanical Shaker
a piece of laboratory equipment used to mix, blend, or to agitate substances.

2. UTM
used to test the tensile stress and compressive strength of materials.

3. Tensile Testing Machine

a machine used for testing a sample that is subjected to a controlled tension until
failure.

4. Los Angeles Abrasion Machine

used to measure the degradation of mineral aggregate of standard gradings
resulting from a combination of actions including abrasion or attrition, impact and
grinding in a rotating steel drum containing a specified number of steel spheres.

5. Compression Machine
are designed to handle the daily demands of testing cylinders, beams, blocks and
cubes.

6. Vicat Apparatus
A penetration device used in the testing of hydraulic cements and similar
materials.

7. Digital Sieve Mechanical Shaker

Used to shake a stacked column of standard sieve-test trays to cause solids to sift
progressively from the top (large openings) to the bottom (small openings and a final
pan), according to particle size.

8. First Aid Kit

a box containing equipment needed to give immediate medical help in
an emergency.

9. Oven
used for sample drying, baking, annealing, conditioning, sterilizing, evaporating
and dehydrating, and other general laboratory work.

10. Slump Cones

used for concrete that is too fluid (workable) to be measured using the
standard slump test, because the concrete will not retain its shape when the cone is
removed.

11. Fire Extinguisher

an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in
emergency situations.
 Lab Safety Tips
(official)

 Foods, drinks and smoking are not allowed.

 Sandals or open-toe shoes are not allowed.
 Do not obstruct doorways.
 Do not play in the laboratory.
 All bags must be left at the designated place.
 The laboratory timetable must be strictly followed. Prior permission from the laboratory
supervisor must be obtained if any change is to be made.
 Punctuality must be observed in laboratory sessions.
 Respect the laboratory and its other users. Noise must be kept a minimum.
 Workspace must be kept clean and tidy at all time.
 Handle all apparatus with care.
 Students are liable for any damage to equipment due to their own negligence.
 All equipment, apparatus, and tools must be returned to their original place after use.
 Students are strictly prohibited from taking out any items from the laboratory without
permission from the laboratory supervisor.
 Students are not allowed to work alone in the laboratory.
 Laboratory supervisor must be consulted if students are not sure on how to operate the
laboratory equipment.
 Know the location and use of all safety equipment in the lab. This includes first aid kit,
fire extinguisher and blanket.
 Report immediately to the laboratory supervisor in case of injury.
 Report immediately to the laboratory supervisor any damages to equipment, hazards, and
potential hazards.
 Refers to the laboratory supervisor should there be any concerns regarding the laboratory.
 Lab Safety Tips
(own words)

 Do not perform unauthorized experiments and perform the given experiments.

 Do not work in a laboratory alone without any person within easy call.
 Consumption of food or beverages in the laboratory is not allowed.
 Shorts and sandals should not be worn.
 Always come to the laboratory before the class starts.
 Disruptive behavior in the laboratory is not allowed.
 Do not use any equipment unless allowed by the laboratory supervisor.
 Ask the instructor if you do not understand the instructions given.
 Do not run or play in the laboratory.
 Any damages to equipment should be reported immediately to the laboratory supervisor.
 All laboratory incidents must be reported to the laboratory supervisor.
 Wear long pants and shoes when performing in the laboratory.
 Always be careful when handling any equipment.
 Focus on the tasks given.
 Wash your hands after doing experiments.
 Know where the exits are in case of emergency.
 Memorize where the equipment, first aid kit, and fire extinguishers are located.
 Reaction Paper

The laboratory shown in the video is really nice. They provide laboratory coat, glasses and
gloves to the those who are using the laboratory. I am really impressed by how clean,
maintained, and complete their laboratory is. I am happy because it was my first time to see a
laboratory like what was shown in the video. Super far from what Silliman has. I hope, someday,
Silliman University will be able to have that kind of laboratory. Showing this kind of video
makes me interested in looking for more laboratory videos. It does not only make me interested
but it also makes me curious about what other universities have and how they work in it. It also
teaches everyone how important it is to have a proper attire and to follow the rules in the
laboratory to avoid accidents from happening.