Science Lab Safety Quiz (Flinn video)

Lab safety is the responsibility of the

• teacher and student

• parent and teacher

• student and parent

• custodian and teacher

Which of the following are concerns in the lab? (Choose all that apply)

• Open toe shoes

• Hair pulled back

• Loose wrist jewelry

• Apron on but not tied

On a student lab table one should NOT find? (choose all that apply)

• Purses

• Lab equipment

• Backpacks

• Calculators

• Glassware

Which of the following is an acceptable lab behavior? (choose all that apply)

• Drinking water or eating food.

• Wipe the counter down after lab completion.

• Sit on the lab table.

• Avoid pranks and practical jokes.

Which of the following are considered class safety equipment? (choose all that apply)

• Eyewash

• Fire extinguisher

• Shower

• Fire blanket

• First Aid kit

When using an eyewash station, you should allow the water to run over your eyes for 15-20 ________________.

A student walks into a chemistry lab working with strong acids. Which personal protective equipment does she need? (choose all that apply)

• Goggles

• Open toed shoes

• Apron

• Gloves

You would waft and wear goggles in the lab for ____?

• a strong acid

• a strong base

• both a strong acid or strong base

• neither a strong acid nor a strong base

When safety gloves are not available for glass breakage it is best to

• leave the glass for the custodian to pick up.

• slowly pick up the pieces while using a flashlight.

• sweep the glass up using a hand broom and dust pan.

• have the student and lab partner pick it up with latex gloves.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

When carrying a scapel or needle probe, it is best to carry it in what position?

• Parallel to the floor

• With the tips up

• With the points facing you

• With the tips downward