Laboratory Safety and Precautions Quiz

What type of eyewear must be worn at all times in the laboratory?

• Sunglasses

• Safety Glasses

• Regular Glasses

• Contact Lenses

Which type of gloves is suitable for working with corrosive chemicals?

• Thin nitrile gloves

• Thick nitrile gloves

• Cryogen gloves

• Heat-resistant silicone gloves

What should you do if you find a torn glove?

• Ignore it

• Wash it

• Replace it

• Continue using it

What is the primary purpose of a fume hood?

• To keep chemicals warm

• To store chemicals

• To provide ventilation

• To process chemicals safely

What should you never do with unknown chemical waste?

• Accumulate it in plastic containers

• Throw it in the trash

• Store it in a labeled container

• Dispose of it in sewage

Which of the following is a safe practice when transporting gas cylinders?

• Using carts

• Lifting them with bare hands

• Carrying them by hand

• Rolling them on the ground

What is the main component needed to extinguish a fire?

• Heat

• Oxygen

• Water

• Fuel

Which class of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class D

What should you do if you encounter a fire in the laboratory?

• Shout for help

• Try to extinguish it yourself

• Shout 'FIRE FIRE FIRE'

• Evacuate quietly

What is the recommended action for handling cryogens?

• Wear regular gloves

• Use mandatory PPE

• Avoid using any PPE

• Only use face shields