Lab Safety

When in the lab...

• long sleeves and loose clothing should be rolled up
• closed toe shoes should be worn
• long hair should be pulled back
• all of the above

You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burn, etc.). First you should

• apply first aid yourself
• tell the science instructor at once
• see a doctor after school
• visit the school nurse after class

Chipped or cracked glassware is okay to use.

• True
• False

Eating in the lab is okay, as long as you clean up your mess.

• True
• False

When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always 

• wipe your hands on your clothes
• wipe your hands on a towel
• wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
• treat your hands with skin lotion

The following footwear is required in the lab ________.

• Sandals.

• Open-toed shoes.

• Closed-toed shoes.

• Shoes appropriate for the weather.

( Fill in the blank) Long hair should be ____________ in the laboratory.

• tied back

• cut

• down

• curled

Keeping your work area neat and clean is important because:

• My teacher is a neat-freak
• I won't lose my supplies in the clutter.
• It keeps the room from looking messy.
• It helps prevent accidents.

Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laboratory

• to avoid eye strain

• to improve your vision

• so that you look super cool

• any time chemicals, heat or glassware are used

When is it OK to eat or drink at the lab tables?

• Always

• Only during group work, not during labs

• Never

• Whenever I'm hungry