Laboratory Safety Rules Quiz

What is the primary rule to follow in the lab to ensure safety?

• Work alone

• Use common sense

• Ignore minor spills

• Always wear gloves

What should you do if you get chemicals in your eyes?

• Cover your eyes with a cloth

• Wait for help

• Use the eyewash station immediately

• Rub your eyes

Where should you conduct experiments that produce toxic fumes?

• In a closed room

• In the open air

• Near a window

• Under a fume hood

What is the correct way to use a fire extinguisher?

• Aim at the top of the fire

• Aim at the base of the fire

• Spray in a circular motion

• Use it from a distance

Why is it important to wear safety goggles during experiments?

• To avoid dust

• To protect your eyes from chemicals

• To look professional

• To see better

What type of clothing is recommended for lab work?

• Loose and flowing

• Shorts and sandals

• Natural fibers

• Synthetic fibers

What should you avoid doing in the lab to prevent contamination?

• Eating and drinking

• Talking to others

• Wearing a lab coat

• Taking notes

What should you do if you spill a chemical or break something in the lab?

• Leave the lab

• Report it to the teacher

• Clean it up quietly

• Ignore it

How should chemicals be disposed of after an experiment?

• Down the sink

• In the trash

• In a sealed container

• As instructed by the teacher

What is the purpose of summarizing safety rules in your notes?

• To memorize them

• To ensure understanding

• To share with friends

• To fill up the notebook