LAB SAFETY

When heating a substance in a test tube, you should always point the open end ________.

• Toward your face.

• Toward your friend's face.

• Toward any person nearby.

• Away from yourself and others.

If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately _________.

• Run for the fire extinguisher.

• Notify your instructor.

• Throw water on the fire.

• Open the windows.

Which of the following provides the least protection?

• A face shield.

• Safety goggles/glasses.

• Splash proof chemical goggles.

• Personal eyeglasses.

True or False:

Return all unused chemicals to their original containers.

• True

• False

True or False:

Chipped or cracked glassware is ok to use.

• True

• False

Your lab area is to be kept clean and neat at all times

• TRUE

• FALSE

Make sure you wear your safety goggles when instructed to do so.

• TRUE

• FALSE

You should know the locations of all safety equipment.

• TRUE

• FALSE

When smelling chemicals or unknown substances in the lab, you should inhale directly into your nose.

• TRUE

• FALSE

No eating or drinking during the lab.

• TRUE

• FALSE