Lab Safety Quiz

True or False: Long hair MUST be tied back during a laboratory investigation.

• True
• False

True or False: If you see something dangerous taking place during a lab,you should immediately tell the teacher.

• True
• False

Laboratory work may be started immediately upon entering the laboratory even if the teacher is not yet present

• false

• true

Before leaving the lab you should always wash or sanitize your hands.

• True 
• False

Which of the following would be safe to do during a lab activity?

• Running in the classroom
• Leaving a water spill on the floor
• Touching hot surfaces
• Following lab rules

You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burn, etc.). First you should

• visit school nurse

• tell teacher immediately

• see a doctor after school

Report any accident or injury to the teacher _______________, no matter how small it may appear

• at the end of the period

• immediately

• eventually

Which of the following footwear is best in the laboratory?

• sandals

• rain boots

• closed-toed shoes

• heels

Horseplay or practical jokes in the laboratory are

• always against the rules

• OK

• a must since they are fun

When is it OK to eat or drink in the lab?

• Always
• Never