Laboratory Safety Quiz

If there is a spill, you need to clean it up yourself immediately. (Rules 6 & 9)

• True

• False

It is okay to work on other activities not assigned by your teacher as long as they are educational. (Rule 3)

• True

• False

Long hair does not need to be tied back if there are no moving parts in the experiment. (Rule 20)

• True

• False

It is okay to taste chemicals if they don't have a strong odor. (Rule 23)

• True

• False

Equipment should be stored before leaving class, even if it is still hot. (Rules 12 & 27)

• True

• False

Playing in the lab is dangerous. (Rule 28)

• True

• False

If your clothes catch fire you should never run, but walk to the shower.

• True

• False

You should never work alone in the laboratory. (Rule 6)

• True

• False

What type of clothing and accessories should be avoided during laboratory work? (Rule 20, 21, & 22. Choose the two correct answers.)

• All hazardous clothing and accessories should be avoided.

• Report all accidents to the teacher.

• Do not touch any open wires that are connected to a power supply.

• Ask the teacher what to do (next).

• Ties, coats, sweaters, long hanging necklaces, bulky jewelry, and excessive and bulky clothing.

What type of accidents or conditions should you report to your teacher? (Rule 9)

• All hazardous clothing and accessories should be avoided.

• Report all accidents to the teacher.

• There should be smoke or fire.

• Ask the teacher what to do (next).

• You should already know how to use it.