Want some colourful lab safety posters that don’t look too childish for middle school and high school students? Here they are! These 21 lab safety posters cover lab rules, personal protective equipment and general lab safety. These posters will help keep your students accountable every day, while also adding some fun colours to your science lab.

Good housekeeping in a science lab requires all students to have a good understanding of lab safety. So many things can go wrong in a science lab with the presence of hazardous materials, chemicals, glassware and scientific equipment. It is important to have a constant reminder for students that lab safety rules are important.

These are perfect to put up at the start of the school year and keep up all year round.

What subjects are these science classroom posters suitable for?

These lab safety posters are suitable for any science class including chemistry, biology, physics, life science, earth science and general science.

They are perfect to have up around the lab to remind students of important safety information and safety tips when carrying out the scientific method.

What is included?

These posters are an instant digital download.

• 21 high quality colour posters in printable pdf format A4 size
• 21 high quality colour posters in printable pdf format A3 size

(both sizes are included as separate pdfs so you don’t lose any of the quality of the digital copies trying to enlarge them)

• Also includes one lab safety title page for use on a bulletin board.

What safety rules do these posters cover?

These lab safety posters include all basic lab safety rules including:

• use of personal protective equipment
• safety when using the bunsen burner
• what to do in the case of an accident
• how to work in the lab in a safe manner

Each lab safety rule is presented on a separate graphic poster.

Why use these lab safety posters?

Having lab safety posters prominently displayed in middle school or high school science labs is crucial for several reasons:

• Awareness: Lab safety posters serve as constant reminders to students and teachers about the potential hazards present in the laboratory environment. They raise awareness of safety protocols and procedures, helping to prevent accidents or injuries.
• Education: Many lab safety posters contain valuable information about safe laboratory practices and educate students about potential risks and how to mitigate them, fostering a culture of safety-consciousness.
• Visual Reinforcement: Visual aids are a great way to reinforcing verbal instructions. Lab safety posters provide visual reinforcement of safety rules and guidelines, making them more memorable and easier to recall for students.
• Universal Understanding: Lab safety posters often use symbols and simple language that can be easily understood by students of all ages and language backgrounds. This ensures that important safety information is accessible to everyone in the laboratory, regardless of their level of scientific knowledge or language proficiency.
• Prevention of Accidents: By reminding students of potential hazards and proper safety procedures, lab safety posters help prevent accidents and injuries. They encourage students to think proactively about safety and to take appropriate precautions while conducting experiments.
• Legal Compliance: Displaying lab safety posters may be a legal requirement in some educational institutions or jurisdictions. Compliance with safety regulations helps protect the school from liability in the event of accidents or injuries.
• Cultural Shift: Over time, the presence of lab safety posters can contribute to a cultural shift toward prioritizing safety in the laboratory environment. By instilling good safety habits early in students' scientific education, these posters help shape attitudes and behaviors that promote a safe working environment throughout their academic and professional careers.

Terms of use: for personal and classroom use only. If you wish to use these for commercial use please contact me directly.

This set uses the beautiful clipart (with permission) from Sarah Pecorino.