Lab Safety 2

To be able to put out a fire quickly and safely, you should know:

• how to use the fire extinguisher
• where the extinguishers are located
• who is responsible for using the extinguisher
• all answers are correct

When removing an electrical plug from the socket, you should:

• pull on the cord
• pull on the plug

• pull on the equipment
• none of the above

When should you wear safety glasses, aprons and gloves?

• always
• never
• when directed by your teacher

• whenever you want

You should prepare for a lab by reading the instructions:

• before beginning the lab
• it's not necessary to review
• while you are conducting the lab
• a week after the lab

While conducting a lab experiment, you should:

• follow all written and verbal instructions
• know all safety procedures
• wear all appropriate safety attire
• all answers are correct

In the event of a school wide emergency you should:

• disregard the emergency and continue working
• follow instructor's directions
• run out of the building
• call your parents for help

In case of an eye injury, the proper safety equipment to use is:

• safety shower
• eyewash
• sink
• fire extinguisher

Which of the following is acceptable in the lab?

• eating
• drinking
• chewing gum
• no answers are correct

When dealing with broken glass in the lab:

• report the incident to the instructor
• use bare hands to clean up the mess
• clean up the mess without the instructor's knowledge
• dispose of the glass in a regular trash can

Which is true while working in the lab?

• students are only permitted in the lab when the instructor is present
• students are permitted in the instructors work room
• students are permitted in storage areas
• students are permitted in the lab without the instructor