Lab Safety Quiz

Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment (PPE) in a laboratory?

• Safety goggles

• Notebook

• Calculator

• Pen

What is the first step you should take before handling any chemical in the lab?

• Smell the chemical

• Read the label and safety data sheet

• Pour it into a beaker

• Taste the chemical

Which piece of equipment is used to rinse your eyes in case of a chemical splash?

• Fire extinguisher

• Eye wash station

• Fume hood

• First aid kit

What color is typically used for biohazard waste containers in laboratories?

• Blue

• Red

• Green

• Yellow

Which type of fire extinguisher should be used for electrical fires in the laboratory?

• Water

• Foam

• Wet chemical

When should you remove your gloves in the laboratory?

• Before touching your face

• After leaving the lab

• Before handling clean equipment

• After washing your hands

If you spill a small amount of a non-hazardous chemical, what is the correct procedure to clean it up?

• Ignore it

• Inform your teacher and follow the spill clean-up protocol

• Use your hands to wipe it up

• Pour water over it

How should you properly dispose of broken glassware in the laboratory?

• Place it in the regular trash bin

• Place it in a designated sharps or glass disposal container

• Leave it on the lab bench

• Flush it down the sink

Which of the following is the best way to check if a hot plate is still hot?

• Touch it with your hand

• Sprinkle water on it

• Hold your hand near it to feel for heat

• Assume it is cool after 5 minutes

If a fire alarm sounds while you are working in the lab, what should you do first?

• Finish your experiment quickly

• Turn off all equipment and evacuate immediately

• Hide under the lab bench

• Call your friend