Laboratory Emergency

What is the first step to take in case of a chemical spill?

• Evacuate the area

• Ignore the spill

• Call a meeting

• Start cleaning immediately

How often should fire safety procedures be reviewed and practiced?

• Only during emergencies

• At least once a year

• Never

• Every 5 years

Where are emergency eyewash stations typically located in a laboratory?

• Inside the fume hood

• Next to the break room

• Close proximity to areas where hazardous chemicals are used or stored

• On the roof of the building

What precautions should be taken when handling biohazardous materials?

• Mix biohazardous materials with regular waste

• Handle without gloves

• Wear PPE, work in designated area, use biohazard bags, follow protocols.

• Disregard designated areas

When should emergency showers be used?

• When a person's body or clothing is exposed to hazardous chemicals or substances.

• When you need to wash your hands

• When the weather is hot

• When you want to cool off

What are the key components of evacuation protocols in a laboratory setting?

• Personal protective equipment, laboratory equipment maintenance protocols, waste disposal guidelines

• Alarm systems, evacuation routes, assembly points, designated personnel, equipment shutdown procedures, hazardous material securing procedures

• Emergency lighting systems, fire extinguisher locations, chemical spill response procedures

• Security measures, laboratory access control, visitor management procedures

What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for chemical fires?

• Class K fire extinguisher

• Class ABC fire extinguisher

• Class F fire extinguisher

• Class D fire extinguisher

How should one properly use an emergency eyewash station?

• Rub eyes vigorously with a towel

• Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes while seeking medical help.

• Use soap to wash eyes

• Apply eye drops immediately

What personal protective equipment (PPE) is recommended when dealing with biohazardous materials?

• Safety harness, knee pads, safety glasses

• Hard hats, raincoats, snow boots

• Gloves, goggles, face shields, gowns, masks

• Boots, aprons, helmets, earplugs

What are the steps to follow during a laboratory evacuation drill?

• Leave all equipment running

• Run around in a panic

• Stop experiments, close containers, evacuate calmly, proceed to assembly point, wait for further instructions.

• Ignore the alarm and continue working