Science Safety

Which of the following is NOT a safe lab practice?

• Keep chemicals, glassware, and other equipment a handsbreath from the edge of the lab table.
• After removing glassware from a heat source touch it right away to see if it is cool.
• Report accidents to your lab supervisor and/or teacher.
• Wash your hands after working with chemicals

What is the correct procedure for students to follow if a chemical is spilled:

• Stand back and advise the teacher of the spill.
• Run madly about the room.
• Splash large amounts of water onto the spill.
• Tell everyone that your friend did it and that "Ooooh, they are in BIG trouble!".

I can perform an experiment of my own when:

• When I am sure it is safe to do so.
• Whenever I want to.
• Only with permission from the teacher.
• Never.

The most important reason for keeping the work area neat and clean in Science is because:

• Mr. Pransky is a neat-freak.
• I won't lose my supplies in the clutter.
• It keeps the room from looking messy.
• It helps prevent accidents.

After working with chemicals, always _______ at the end of class.

• wash your hands
• comb your hair
• brush your teeth
• wipe them off on your pants

When working with chemicals, fire, or glassware, _______________ should be worn.

• goggles
• scuba gear
• a fire suit
• a baseball cap

Helping to clean up the classroom after an experimentis the job of

• the custodians
• Mr. Pransky
• Mr. Rhodes
• each and every student

Disturbing other students in the laboratory with horseplay in the lab is:

• Helpful.
• Poor manners.
• Dangerous.
• The quickest way to do a job.

The most important rule for Science safety is to:

• watch what other groups are doing
• always follow Mr. Pransky's directions
• always wear your safety goggles
• work as quickly as possible

Which of the following is NOT a rule for safety.

• Always touch and get a good look at the science materials as you enter the classroom.
• Never eat, drink, or chew gum while working with chemicals.
• Never use broken or cracked glassware.
• Report spills or injuries to your teacher.