Laboratory Safety Essentials

What is one of the key objectives of laboratory safety orientation for students like James and Ava?

• To ensure awareness of hazards and safety protocols.

• To reduce the cost of laboratory supplies.

• To promote teamwork among lab personnel.

• To increase the number of experiments conducted.

Which of the following is important for staying safe in the lab?

• Using any type of clothing is sufficient.

• Ignoring lab rules is acceptable.

• Eating and drinking in the lab is safe.

• Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.

What document should Daniel read to understand the hazards of chemicals?

• Material Safety Guidelines

• Chemical Inventory List

• Workplace Safety Manual

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Lily is working in a chemistry lab and comes across a chemical label. Which signal word on the label indicates the highest level of danger?

• Danger

• Notice

• Caution

• Warning

During a chemistry class, Noah is reading a chemical label. What information is NOT typically found on a chemical label?

• Safety precautions and handling instructions

• Personal opinions or subjective descriptions about the chemical.

• Chemical composition details

• Storage temperature recommendations

What should Aria do if she spills a chemical in the lab?

• Alert supervisor, refer to MSDS, use PPE, follow cleanup protocol.

• Leave the lab immediately without reporting

• Pour water on the spill to dilute it

• Ignore the spill and continue working

Why is it important for Harper to wear safety goggles while conducting experiments in the chemistry lab?

• To prevent dust from entering the laboratory.

• It is important for Harper to wear safety goggles to protect the eyes from harmful substances and potential injuries.

• To look stylish while conducting experiments.

• To enhance vision in low-light conditions.

During a chemistry lab session, Abigail asked, what is the purpose of a fume hood?

• To store chemicals safely.

• To enhance the aesthetic of the laboratory.

• The purpose of a fume hood is to protect users from hazardous fumes and vapors.

• To provide a workspace for experiments.

Nora is working in the chemistry lab and needs to know how to properly dispose of hazardous waste. What should she do?

• Pour hazardous waste down the sink.

• Throw hazardous waste in the regular trash.

• Dispose of hazardous waste according to institutional guidelines and regulations.

• Burn hazardous waste in a safe area.

What is the first step for Abigail to take in case of a fire in the laboratory?

• Use a fire extinguisher without assessing the situation.

• Activate the fire alarm.

• Ignore the fire and continue working.

• Evacuate the building immediately.