Lab Safety Flashcard

Front

If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately _________. Options: Run for the fire extinguisher, Notify your instructor, Throw water on the fire, Open the windows.

Back

Notify your instructor.

Front

You are heating a substance in a test tube. Always point the open end of the test tube ________.

Back

Away from all people.

Front

Personal eyeglasses provide as much protection as ________.

Back

None of these.

Front

The following footwear is required in the lab ________.

Sandals.

,

Open-toe shoes.

,

Closed-toe shoes.

,

Shoes appropriate for the weather.

Back

Closed-toe shoes.

Front

Return all unused chemicals to their original containers. True or False?

Back

False

Front

Is chipped or cracked glassware ok to use?

Back

False

Front

When should accidents be reported to the teacher?

Back

immediately, no matter how small

Front

In what condition should the work areas be kept?

Back

Clean and tidy at all times

Front

When smelling a chemical, you should hold it away from your face and ____ the air toward your nose!

Back

waft

Front

You should never ____ anything in the science lab without permission.

Back

drink