6th Grade Lab Safety

Multiple Select

Which of the following are correct steps to use a fire blanket in the lab?

• Place the blanket on top of the fire

• Throw the blanket from a distance

• Stay calm while using the blanket

• Ask for help if needed

Multiple Choice

Why should electrical equipment be kept away from water in the lab?

• To prevent electric shock

• To keep the equipment clean

• To save water

• To make the experiment faster

Fill in the Blanks

Wash your hands after

lab.

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to follow teacher or written directions when working with chemicals in a lab?

• To ensure safety and prevent accidents

• To save time during the experiment

• To impress your classmates

• To use more chemicals

Multiple Select

Select all actions that are part of good lab safety practices based on the images.

• Washing your hands after every lab.

• Playing games in the lab.

• Cleaning your area when done.

• Leaving spills on the table.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important rule to follow in the science lab, as shown in the images?

• No horseplay is allowed.

• Always eat and drink in the lab.

• Leave your area messy after experiments.

• Never wash your hands after a lab.

Fill in the Blanks

When smelling a substance in a lab, you need to

it.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should you always wear when working with heat and chemicals in the lab?

• Goggles and gloves

• Sandals and shorts

• A hat and scarf

• Sunglasses and a t-shirt

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to wear goggles and gloves when working with heat and chemicals in the lab?

• To protect your eyes and skin from harmful substances

• To look like a scientist

• To avoid getting your clothes dirty

• To impress your classmates

Multiple Choice

What is the first thing you should do if an accident happens in the lab?

• Tell the teacher immediately

• Clean up the mess yourself

• Ignore it and continue working

• Leave the lab quickly