Science 7/8 Lab Safety Test

What are some activities that are dangerous and prohibited in the lab?

• Reading books

• Horseplay and practical jokes

• Using electronic devices

What should you do if you don't understand a direction or part of a procedure?

• Ask the teacher for help

• Guess and proceed

• Stop working and leave the lab

When are you allowed to touch equipment, chemicals, or other materials in the lab?

• Anytime you want

• Only when instructed to do so

• Only with permission from your classmates

What should you do if you are unsure about what to do in the lab?

• Ask your classmates for help

• Follow the lab procedures and teacher's instructions

• Experiment and try different things

How should you keep your work area in the lab?

• Cluttered with personal belongings

• Clean at all times

• Disorganized with extra materials

Why is it important to know the locations and operating procedures of safety equipment?

• To impress your teacher

• To be prepared in case of an emergency

• To make the lab look organized

What should you do if you notice any unsafe conditions in the lab?

• Tell your classmates about it

• Inform your teacher immediately

• Try to fix the problem yourself

What should you do if you are assigned a lab station?

• Distract other students

• Interfere with others' experiments

• Stay at your assigned station and focus on your own experiment

When should you wear safety goggles in the lab?

• Only when heating substances

• Whenever chemicals, heat, or glassware are used

• Never, as glasses and contacts offer sufficient protection

Why is it important to dress properly during a laboratory activity?

• To look professional

• To avoid getting dirty

• To prevent hazards and accidents