lab safety

Before starting an investigation or lab procedure, you should

• try an experiment on your own

• open all containers and packages

• read all directions and make sure you understand them

• handle all the equipment to become familiar with it

When pouring liquids between containers, you should hold the containers over

• the floor or a waste basket

• a fire blanket or oven mitt

• an eyewash station or a water fountain

• a sink or your work area

If you get hurt or injured in any way, you should

• tell your teacher immediately

• find bandages or a first aid kit

• go to the principal's office

• get help after you finish the lab

When working with materials that might fly into the air and get into your eyes or someone else's eyes, you should wear

• goggles

• an apron

• gloves

• a hat

Goofing around in the lab is acceptable

• True

• False

David wears glasses. What does David need to do before a lab with fire and chemicals?

• clean his eyeglasses

• nothing, the eyeglasses offer enough protection

• wear safety goggles over the glasses

• wear safety goggles in his hair

How should long hair be worn in the lab?

• curly and down

• tucked under a lab coat

• tied back with a rubber band

• hidden with a hat

What type of shoes should you wear in a lab?

• flip flops

• purple pumps

• closed toed shoes

• none, go barefoot

If you do not understand a step in the lab procedure, what should you do?

• walk across the room and ask another lab group

• try different methods until you get it right

• ask the teacher

Paula was not careful and knocked over a beaker. She notices a small chip in the glass. What should Paula do?

• Ignore the situation. A small chip will not hurt anybody.

• Finish what she was working on and then tell the teacher.

• Inform the teacher immediately.