Specifications
OCTE SAFEdoc 
TRANS 
Sample Student Conduct Agreement 
A signed agreement that outlines the student’s responsibilities is one way of establishing the 
seriousness of daily safety vigilance. An agreement covers the elements common to all 
technology classrooms and labs and lays out the framework for a safe and healthy working 
environment for both staff and students. An example of an agreement is given below. 
Safety Awareness 
Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] 
1.  Avoid wearing loose, baggy clothing or personal accessories, such as watches, chains, 
rings, or other jewelry, no ties. 
2.  Wear safety glasses, shields and gloves and other PPE as per instructed. 
Lift Support and Movement 
1.  Move a heavy load only with teacher approval. 
2.  Use assistance to lift items over 20 kilograms (40 pounds) or two metres (six feet) in 
length. 
3.  Secure and support with approved stands only. 
Machine Tools and Energy 
1.  Do not direct compressed air or gases towards anyone or towards exposed skin or 
clothing. 
2.  Operate equipment, tools or machinery only after receiving proper instruction and 
permission from the teacher. 
3.  Never leave equipment or machinery running unattended. 
4.  Do not attempt to repair any electrical connections. 
5.  Lockout any equipment which is being repaired. 
Storage and Handling of Compressed Gases 
1.  Complete WHMIS, symbols and recognition instruction. 
2.  Maintain all cylinders in an upright position, chained and secured. 
3.  Change gas bottles only with teacher supervision. 
Storage and Handling of Chemical Substances 
1.  Understand and follow WHMIS, and MSDS instruction before handling chemical 
substances. 
2.  Secure all flammable and corrosives in approved cabinets. 
3.  Maintain good housekeeping practices when dealing with chemical substances. 
Waste Disposal and Recycling 
1.  Be responsible for cleaning up workstations, tools and the shops. 
2.  Sort waste by category as required using approved containers. 
3.  Sort recyclable liquids and solids into proper approved storage containers 
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