Dissection Safety

Best way to transport a scalpel is ...

• in a tray.

• in 2 flat palms.

• wrapped in a towel.

• pointed away from yourself.

Scalpels can fall off the table, so you should wear...

• CLOSE-TOED SHOES

• mittens

• beanie

• sweater

Which of the following are safety behaviors you should do in a lab? [Multiple correct answers]

• Wear goggles

• Tie long hair back.

• Keep your area clean.

• Read all the directions before you start.

• Be serious in lab.

Which of the following should you do before when finished with the dissection?

• clean up instruments

• dispose of specimen properly

• clean up desk area

• wash my hands well

What safety equipment should you be wearing when participating in a dissection?

• gloves

• goggles/safety glasses

• closed toe shoes

• hair net

Do not dissect a specimen while...

• Holding It

• it is in the tray

• wearing gloves

• another group is dissecting

It is safe to eat, drink or chew gum during a dissection

• True

• False

Keep hands away from face, __________, mouth and body while using preserved specimens.

• eyes

• ears

• nose

• your partner's nose

What is the primary reason for wearing gloves during a dissection?

• To protect your hands from chemicals and biological materials

• To keep your hands warm

• To improve grip on the instruments

• To avoid leaving fingerprints on the specimen

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice during a dissection?

• Using sharp instruments carefully

• Eating snacks while working

• Wearing protective eyewear

• Keeping the work area clean