Laboratory Safety Quiz

What is the first step you should take before starting any laboratory experiment?

• Begin the experiment right away.

• Carefully read and understand all instructions.

• Seek assistance from a classmate.

• Disregard the instructions.

What should you wear to protect your eyes during a lab experiment?

• Regular eye glasses.

• Safety goggles.

• Sunglasses.

• No eye protection is needed.

What should you do if a person's hair or clothing catches fire in the lab?

• Run out of the lab.

• Use a fire extinguisher.

• Notify the teacher and use a fire blanket.

• Pour water on the fire.

Where should you place books, purses, and other personal items during lab work?

• On the lab table.

• In the designated storage area.

• On the floor.

• In your locker.

Which of the following should you avoid wearing in a laboratory?

• Long hanging necklaces and bulky jewelry.

• Short-sleeved shirts.

• Closed-toed shoes.

• Lab coats.

What should you never do in the laboratory according to the safety guidelines?

• Mix acid with water

• Wear gloves

• Use a fume hood

• Wash hands

What should you do if you spill acid on your skin or clothes?

• Wipe it off with a cloth

• Rinse with plenty of running tap water

• Use a paper towel

• Ignore it

How long should you irrigate your eye if it is involved in an acid spill?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

What should you use to draw acid up into a pipette?

• Your mouth

• A rubber suction bulb

• A straw

• A syringe

What should you do before touching an electrical switch, plug, or outlet?

• Make sure your hands are wet

• Make sure your hands are dry

• Use a metal tool

• Stand in water