Disclaimer

The disclaimer you are about to read may sound a bit harsh and may frighten some readers. Its purpose is to protect the Polymer Science Learning Center and the authors of this site (collectively referred to as "PSLC" below). It is not meant to frighten any prospective users away. Please do not be offended or intimidated by its contents. Our sites are meant to bring a lighter side to science, we just have to get the legal "mumbo-jumbo" out of the way.

The authors and PSLC offer this site as an educational tool. PSLC AND THE AUTHORS OF THIS SITE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURY OR DAMAGE CAUSED TO ANY PERSON, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, WHILE SAID PERSON IS EXECUTING ANY OF THE DEMOS OR EXPERIMENTS LISTED AT THIS SITE. YOU ARE WHOLLY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR SAFETY.
By using this site, you have agreed to hold PSLC and the authors of this site harmless from any and all damages or injuries caused during any phase of any of the demos or experiments. If you do not agree to hold PSLC (and the authors) harmless, do not use this site.
PSLC retains full and complete right and title to the content, images, and trademarks used in this site. Everything in this site is owned and copyrighted by PSLC, unless otherwise stated. Unauthorized use of the content in this site is prohibited. Permission to use the information for any purpose other than the ones we mention herein, must be in writing from our Authorized Representative, Dr. Lon J. Mathias.
We put safety precautions in the demos and experiments for your safety. Be sure to follow any precautions stated. You are wholly responsible for any injury or damage suffered during any phase of the execution of any of the demos or experiments.
We have tested the demos and experiments found on this site. It is recommended that you not attempt to modify the demos and experiments and that you not substitute any of the "ingredients". We are not responsible for any injury or damage caused due to the user's inability to read and follow the directions as stated, or otherwise.
By using any of the materials found on this site, you take full responsibility for anything that goes wrong, and you further relieve PSLC of any responsibility for anything that goes wrong. In other words, if anybody gets hurt for any reason, you're on your own.
PSLC is not responsible for any problems which may occur due to computer viruses or the like. All of our files are scanned on a daily basis with the latest software. You can further protect yourself from computer viruses by making sure you have the latest anti-virus scanner running on your computer.
PSLC is not liable for any damages or losses that you may incur when using this site. This site is provided to you as-is, without any warranty, implied or expressed.
Any information that you post on the site becomes the property of PSLC, without any compensation to you, even if PSLC uses your ideas, information and creations in the future. However, PSLC will gladly give full credit for any submissions and will discontinue use of any submission upon written request by the submittor.

SAFETY

Always wear goggles and plastic gloves!!
Practice all demos and experiments before presenting them.
Research and understand the properties of the demos and experiemnts.
Provide all materials necessary for handling biohazards.
Have a fire extinguisher available whenever even the slightest possibility of fire exists.
Provide for proper disposal of all reagents used in the demos and experiments.
Model the proper use of safety goggles and make sure they are worn during all experiments and demos.
Use safe quantities of materials. Keep hazardous materials to a minimum.
Do not overload ventilation systems. Do not use materials that release noxious fumes into the local air supply.
Replace chipped or cracked glassware. If glassware is to be heated, use Pyrex® or its equivalent.
Provide for shielding and eye wear for demonstrator and audience members when there is the slightest possibility of explosion or projectiles.
Arrange for proper waste containers.
Dress appropriately for the demo/experiments, keeping in mind your safety as well as modeling safely for the audience.
Do not perform demos/experiments if you are uncertain of the outcome or procedure. Do not hesitate to seek assistance. Satisfy the need for safety above that of any educational requisite.

Boy, am I glad we got that out of the way!!!