What is the purpose of personal protective equipment in a laboratory?

• To enhance comfort

• To protect from hazards

• To improve vision

• To increase speed

Face & Eye Protection must cover the entire ______.

• mouth

• nose

• face or eyes

• ears

Which type of gloves should be used when handling sharp tools?

• Leather gloves

• Kevlar® gloves

• Disposable gloves

• Cotton gloves

Proper attire in a lab setting includes wearing ______ shoes with a slip-resistant sole.

• open-toe

• closed-toe

• high-heeled

• sandal

Respiratory protection devices are used to protect against the inhalation of harmful substances such as gases, mists, vapors, and fine ______.

• liquids

• particles

• solids

• fumes

Fill in the blank: When working with heat, one should avoid _______ towards or over a heat source.

• leaning

• running

• jumping

• sitting

What is a potential hazard when working with electricity?

• Igniting flammable materials

• Water damage

• Optical damage

• Chemical burns

Batteries are a collection of cells where a ______ reaction is used to create electricity.

• Physical

• Chemical

• Optical

• Thermal

Lasers can be used for various applications. Which of the following is NOT a use for lasers?

• Cutting

• Diagnostics

• Cooking

• Communication

When working with lasers, ensure there is no ______ material in the path of the beam.

• Reflective

• Absorbent

• Transparent

• Opaque