Candidates must follow the health and Safety policy normally operates in their laboratories when carrying out the practical Examination Eye protection must always be worn Laboratory overalls are recommended All substances should be regarded as being potentially toxic and hazardous Hazard labels eg flammable should be read and appropriate precautions eg keep liquid away from flame taken All substances spilled on the skin should be rinsed off immediately Chemicals must never be tasted Gases and vapours should never be smelt unless the question instructs the candidates to do so and then only with great care