Safety Measures in the Laboratory (2)

How many types of fire extinguishers that are commonly used.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

made of two layers of glass fibres. Able to extinguish small or moderate fires that are difficult to extinguish with water. Extinguishes fire on the victim when it is wrapped around him.

(a)  

What should you do if you catch on fire?

• RUN

• Scream

• Get in the chemical shower

• Get on the ground and get someone to smother it with the fire blanket

What do you do if you spill a chemical?

• Tell the teacher

• Clean it up before anyone notices

• Lick it up

• Wipe it up with your shirt

Which type of fire CANNOT extinguished by carbon dioxide fire extinguisher?

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class F

What important information NO NEEDED to audit for fire extinguisher?

• Size of fire extinguisher

• Type of fire extinguisher

• Expiry date

• Location of fire extinguisher

Which type of fire extinguisher can put off this type of fire?

• Water fire extinguisher

• Carbon dioxide fire extinguisher

• Dry powder fire extinguisher

• Foam fire extinguisher

Is it sharp objects suitable to put into the biohazardous plastic bag to dispose?

• Yes

• No

What type of fire extinguisher that can be used to put off fires that involve potassium metals?

• Carbon dioxide

• Dry powder

• Foam

• Water

A student is finished working with chemicals or biologic specimens. Which of these is best for the student to do before leaving the laboratory?

• Wipe your hands on your uniform

• Rinse hands with water

• Wash hands with soap and water

• Use lotion to protect your hands