Lab Safety Essentials from Sardis High School

The video emphasizes the importance of lab safety, including wearing protective gear like goggles and gloves, knowing emergency procedures, handling chemicals carefully, and disposing of waste properly. It uses a narrative to illustrate the consequences of neglecting safety protocols and provides a step-by-step guide to maintaining a safe lab environment.

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

• To see better

• To look cool

• To protect your eyes from chemicals

• To avoid getting dust in your eyes

What should you do before making a measurement in the lab?

• Start mixing chemicals

• Remove your gloves

• Ensure your lab is safe

• Eat a snack

What happened to the narrator's partner when he didn't follow directions?

• He got a good grade

• He left the lab

• He burned his hand

• He completed the experiment successfully

What should you do if a fire starts in the lab?

• Panic and run

• Try to put it out yourself

• Know where the exits are

• Ignore it

Why should you avoid wearing flip-flops in the lab?

• They can get dirty

• They are not stylish

• They are uncomfortable

• They do not protect your feet

What should you do with your gloves before starting an experiment?

• Wash them

• Take them off

• Put them on

• Throw them away

What should you do if you smell something unusual in the lab?

• Leave the lab

• Report it to the instructor

• Smell it closely

• Ignore it

What should you do with toxic waste after an experiment?

• Put it in the designated receptacle

• Leave it on the table

• Throw it in the trash

• Pour it down the sink

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What is the last step before leaving the lab?

• Turn off the lights

• Take off your goggles

• Leave immediately

• Clean your station

Why is it important to put caps on bottles after use?

• All of the above

• To keep the lab tidy

• To prevent spills

• To avoid contamination