Lab Safety and Equipment

What should you do before starting any experiment in the lab?

• Use materials without checking their expiration date

• Read and understand the experiment protocol, gather materials, wear PPE, and clean the work area.

• Wear PPE after starting the experiment

• Skip reading the experiment protocol

Why is it important to wear safety goggles in the lab?

• To look cool and stylish

• To block peripheral vision

• To protect the eyes from potential hazards in the lab.

• To make it harder to see

How should you handle glassware in the lab to prevent accidents?

• Use glassware without gloves

• Throw glassware around the lab

• Ignore safety protocols when handling glassware

• Handle glassware with care and follow safety protocols to prevent accidents.

What should you do if you spill a chemical on the lab bench?

• Spread it around with a paper towel

• Pour water on it to dilute the chemical

• Clean up the spill immediately and follow proper disposal procedures.

• Leave it there and ignore it

Why is it important to clean up your workspace after completing an experiment?

• To create chaos and confusion in the workspace

• To save time by leaving everything as it is

• To maintain a safe and organized environment, prevent contamination or interference with future experiments, and ensure accurate results.

• To test the durability of lab equipment

What is the proper way to dispose of broken glass in the lab?

• Throw it in the regular trash bin

• Carefully sweep up the glass using a broom and dustpan, wear gloves, place in a puncture-resistant container labeled 'Broken Glass'

• Sweep it up with bare hands

• Dispose of it in the sink

Why should you never eat or drink in the lab?

• To add flavor to experiments

• To prevent contamination of samples, chemicals, or equipment.

• To test the durability of the equipment

• To keep the lab equipment clean

How should you handle electrical equipment in the lab?

• Use electrical equipment with wet hands.

• Ignore safety protocols and wear no personal protective equipment.

• Leave electrical equipment plugged in when not in use.

• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Why is it important to label all chemicals in the lab?

• To confuse lab personnel

• To increase the risk of accidents

• To save time and effort

• To ensure proper identification, prevent accidents, and promote safe handling and storage practices.

What should you do if you are unsure about how to use a piece of lab equipment?

• Seek guidance from a lab instructor or colleague.

• Ignore the equipment and proceed without using it.

• Experiment with the equipment without any guidance.

• Ask a non-lab related question to a lab instructor.