Guidelines for Lab Usage

The following guidelines have been established for lab usage. This will maintain an atmosphere that is conducive to learning, and will help to train students in the maintenance of an actual physical therapy department.

The lab will be left in the same condition each time it is used. Failure to maintain the orderly condition outlined below will result in a deduction of 1 point from the professional behaviors grade, for each incident, for each student in the lab section. Students’ cooperation is highly recommended and greatly appreciated.

  1. PLINTHS: Each plinth will have two pillows at the head (next to the wall). Each plinth will have a treatment chair and rolling stool, each maintained in its designated place.
  2. CHAIRS: Each plinth will have an armchair placed at the head of the plinth with the back to the wall.
  3. STOOLS: Rolling stools will be placed at the foot of the plinth.
  4. LINEN: Students will be issued a set of linens by the PTA Program at the beginning of 2nd semester, which includes 6 towels, 6 washcloths, 2 flat sheets, and 3 pillowcases. Students are responsible for laundry of the linens. Linens will be turned in at the end of the 4th semester. Students are responsible for replacing any lost linens. Students are responsible for laundering linens regularly.
  5. EQUIPMENT: All equipment will be returned to the designated area when not in use. This includes all skeletal parts, muscle models, and modality equipment. There will be no "playing" allowed on the bicycle, treadmill, or other pieces of equipment.
  6. PERSONAL ITEMS: All book bags, clothes, shoes, purses, and other personal items will be stored in the cubicles at the back of the lab during labs to minimize tripping hazards. Only materials needed will be allowed in the lab.
  7. LAB PARTNERS: Students will be required to work with a variety of lab partners to enhance learning experiences. In order to maintain an appropriate learning atmosphere, excessive talking and visiting will not be allowed.
  8. DRESS CODE: The student should wear appropriate lab clothes to each lab.