Lab Safety Quiz for Students

What should you always wear to protect your eyes during lab experiments?

• Sunglasses

• Safety goggles

• Reading glasses

• No glasses

Who should you tell if you spill chemicals or break glass in the lab?

• Your friend

• The teacher

• The janitor

• No one

What should you do if you are confused about a lab instruction?

• Guess what to do

• Ask your teacher

• Ignore the instruction

• Leave the lab

Which of the following is NOT allowed in the lab?

• Eating food

• Wearing safety goggles

• Listening to the teacher

• Respecting equipment

Which of the following is a safe behavior in the lab?

• Running around

• Following instructions

• Eating snacks

• Playing with chemicals

Why is it important to wear appropriate clothing in the lab?

• To look fashionable

• To protect yourself from spills and accidents

• To match your friends

• To keep warm

If you see someone not respecting lab equipment, what should you do?

• Ignore them

• Remind them to be careful and tell the teacher if needed

• Join them

• Take the equipment away

During the lab it is okay to

• Have a snack
• Drink in lab
• Taste chemicals
• None of the above

What is the best way to prevent accidents in the lab?

• Guess what to do next

• Engage in safe behaviors and follow instructions

• Work alone

• Rush through the experiment

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

Why should you avoid eating or drinking in the lab?

• It is rude

• Chemicals can make you sick if they get into your food or drink

• It makes the lab messy

• The teacher said so