Shorts are not recommended. Lab coats are not required, but are an option. No work will be carried out in any laboratory unless eye protection is worn. Eye protection can be in the form of safety glasses or safety goggles and provides both impact and splash protection. Safety goggles provide the most complete eye protection and must be worn if the potential for splashes of corrosive chemicals or organic solvents exists.
Safety glasses are the minimum eye protection required for all laboratory work.
In the event prescription glasses are worn, safety goggles must be worn over them. Contact lenses should not be worn in the laboratory. If their use is unavoidable, chemical splash goggles must be worn regardless of the types of chemicals present. The best way to prevent skin damage from chemicals is to avoid skin contact. Gloves provide a good protective barrier for the hands and are recommended when working with hazardous chemicals.