Lab Safety Guidelines Quiz

Which of the following is a correct lab safety guideline?

• Use the lab only when the teacher is present.

• Eat and drink in the lab.

• Wear loose clothing in the lab.

• Ignore chemical labels.

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

• Ignore it.

• Clean it up yourself.

• Report it to the teacher immediately.

• Leave the lab.

Which of the following items should you wear when working with chemicals?

• Sandals

• Aprons, goggles, and gloves

• Loose clothing

• Contact lenses without safety glasses

What should you do with excess chemicals after an experiment?

• Return them to the common bottle.

• Dispose of them as instructed.

• Pour them down the sink.

• Leave them on the lab bench.

What is the policy on eating and drinking in the lab?

• Allowed only during breaks.

• Allowed if the teacher permits.

• Not allowed at any time.

• Allowed if you are careful.

What should you do if you are unsure about a procedure in the lab?

• Guess and proceed.

• Ask the teacher.

• Look it up on your phone.

• Ask a classmate.

What is the hazard associated with contact lenses in the lab?

• They can break easily.

• They can react with chemicals.

• They can be worn without safety glasses.

• They are a hazard only if safety glasses are not worn.

What should you do with sharp objects like scalpels after use?

• Leave them on the lab bench.

• Clean them and return them to your desk with a protective cover.

• Throw them in the trash.

• Hand them to a classmate.

What should you do before leaving the lab?

• Leave all equipment as it is.

• Clean up and shut off all equipment.

• Take all chemicals home.

• Leave without informing the teacher.

What should you do if you see broken equipment in the lab?

• Ignore it.

• Try to fix it yourself.

• Report it to the teacher immediately.

• Continue using it.