Essential Lab Safety Procedures

Why is it important to wear safety goggles over prescription glasses in the lab?

• To look stylish

• To enhance vision

• To avoid fogging up

• To protect eyes from chemical spills

What should you do if you have trouble tying your safety apron?

• Skip wearing it

• Ask another student for help

• Use a different apron

• Tie it loosely

Why is it important to keep your workspace uncluttered?

• To have more space for personal items

• To impress the teacher

• To prevent accidents and spills

• To make it look neat

What should you do with long hair before starting a lab experiment?

• Tie it back

• Leave it as it is

• Cover it with a hat

• Cut it short

How can you prevent cross-contamination between chemicals?

• Use the same spoon for all chemicals

• Pour chemicals directly from the container

• Mix chemicals in one container

• Use separate spoons for each chemical

What should you do if glass is broken in the lab?

• Throw it in the trash can

• Clean it up yourself

• Ignore it

• Notify the teacher immediately

Where should you dispose of paper and some chemicals?

• In the sink

• In your backpack

• In the trash can

• On the floor

What should you do in the event of a serious spill on your body?

• Wipe it off with a cloth

• Run out of the lab

• Notify the teacher at once

• Ignore it

How should you treat live organisms used for observation in the lab?

• Poke and scare them

• Use them as toys

• Treat them with respect

• Ignore them

What is the final step of any lab session?

• Leave the lab immediately

• Start a new experiment

• Clean up your work area and wash your hands

• Talk to your friends