Computer Lab Safety Quiz

What is the first thing you should do if you notice smoke or a burning smell coming from a computer?

• Continue working and ignore it

• Unplug the computer and inform the teacher

• Spray water on the computer

• Restart the computer

Which of the following should you do to prevent tripping hazards in a computer lab?

• Keep chairs in the middle of the room

• Let cords dangle from desks

• Ensure cables are neatly organized and secured

• Pile books on the floor

What is the correct posture for sitting at a computer to maintain good ergonomics?

• Sit with a hunched back

• Keep the screen at eye level and sit with your feet flat on the floor

• Use the keyboard at shoulder height

• Keep the monitor close to your eyes

Why is it important to take regular breaks from computer work?

• To update your social media status

• To avoid eye strain and repetitive strain injuries

• To finish assignments more quickly

• To avoid boredom

What is the recommended way to clean a computer screen?

• Use a wet sponge

• Spray cleaner directly on the screen

• Use a soft, dry microfiber cloth

• Use paper towels

If you spill a drink on a keyboard, what should you do first?

• Continue using it

• Turn off the computer and inform the teacher

• Shake the keyboard vigorously

• Wipe it off with a towel

Why is it important to use strong, unique passwords for your accounts?

• To impress friends

• To protect your personal information

• To make it easier to remember

• To avoid having to change them frequently

What should you do if you find a computer infected with a virus?

• Try to fix it yourself

• Report it to the teacher or IT staff

• Ignore it and move to another computer

• Download random antivirus software

How should you dispose of electronic waste, like old computers and monitors?

• Throw them in the regular trash

• Leave them in the lab

• Follow the school’s e-waste recycling procedures

• Break them apart for fun

Why should you keep food and drinks away from computers?

• They might stain the desk

• To prevent electrical shorts and damage

• They can cause the screen to smudge

• It might make the room humid