If a malfunction occurs, turn off the gas and notify your facilitator- end of problem. The flame from alcohol burners is hard to see. Pay close attention when using them. Be aware when a burner is in use at your lab station. Be extremely careful during that time.
Paper is the most common type of fire in the lab.
This type of fire is cause by carelessness and easily prevented. Take only one lab sheet to your station to follow your written procedures and record data. Leave all reference materials at your desk. If you need to refer to reference material, leave the lab area to do so. If a paper fire occurs, push the paper into the lab sink and turn on the water - end of problem.