Lab Safety & Equipment Quiz

What should you use to extinguish a person who is on fire?

• Fire extinguisher

• Fire blanket

What should you do if a chemical spills in the lab?

• Clean it up

• Ignore it

• Notify the teacher immediately

• Keep quiet

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

• To look stylish

• To protect your eyes from potential hazards

• To improve vision

• To use as a fashion accessory

A student has accidentally splashed acid on their face. How should you respond?

• Wait for the acid to dry on its own.

• Immediately flush the affected area with water for at least 20 minutes and seek medical attention.

• Rub the affected area with a wet cloth.

• Apply vinegar to the affected area.

A student has a bad cut. What can you do to help them?

• Evacuation route

• Fire blanket

• Eye irritant

• First aid kit

Following instructions in the lab is important because ______ .

• Your lab partner might get lost.

• The teacher might ask you a question.

• It could be on the test.

• It creates a safe and productive environment.

What should you do if you break glassware in the lab?

• Notify the teacher immediately.

• Try to fix it yourself.

• Throw it in the trash.

• Hide the broken pieces.

Why is it important not to eat or drink in the lab?

• Because the teacher said so

• Because it's not polite

• Because you might ingest harmful chemicals

• Because you might get hungry later

If you do not understand a direction or part of a laboratory procedure, you should...

• Try several methods until something works

• Ask the teacher before proceeding

• 
  Figure it out as you do the lab

• Skip it and go on to the next part

Which of the following should NOT be worn during laboratory activities?

• Sandals

• Loose clothing

• Dangling jewelry

• All of the above