Flinn Lab Safety

What is the purpose of wearing safety goggles in the lab?

• To enhance vision in low light conditions.

• To protect your eyes from harmful substances and accidents.

• To improve focus during experiments.

• To prevent eye strain from computer screens.

What should you do with leftover chemicals after an experiment?

• Dispose of them according to your teacher's instructions.

• Pour them down the sink immediately.

• Store them in a random cabinet.

• Leave them on the lab bench for the next class.

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What should you do first if you are injured in the laboratory?

• Tell the science teacher at once.

• Ignore it and continue working.

• Try to treat the injury yourself.

• Wait for someone else to notice.

What is the purpose of a lab apron?

• To protect your clothing and skin from spills and splashes.

• To keep your hair tied back while working.

• To measure liquids accurately during experiments.

• To provide a comfortable seating arrangement in the lab.

What should you do if you accidentally break glassware?

• Ignore it and continue working.

• Inform the teacher and follow proper cleanup procedures.

• Try to clean it up yourself without telling anyone.

• Leave the area and hope someone else takes care of it.

What should you do if a chemical spills on your skin?

• Rinse the area with water and inform the teacher immediately.

• Apply a bandage to the area and wait for it to heal.

• Ignore it if it doesn't hurt too much.

• Wash the area with soap and water for 10 minutes.

What is the correct way to handle glassware in the lab?

• Always handle with care to avoid breakage and injury.

• Handle glassware quickly to save time.

• Use gloves to handle glassware only when it is hot.

• Throw away broken glassware immediately without caution.

What is the rule regarding horseplay and practical jokes in the laboratory?

• Always against the rules.

• Allowed if done quietly.

• Permitted during breaks.

• Only allowed with supervision.

What should you do with long hair during a lab experiment?

• Leave it loose for comfort.

• Tie it back to prevent it from getting caught in equipment.

• Cut it short before the experiment.

• Wear a hat to cover it.

What should you do if you do not understand a lab procedure?

• Proceed with caution and hope for the best.

• Ask a classmate for their opinion.

• Ask the instructor before proceeding.

• Skip the procedure entirely.