Laboratory Safety Quiz

What is the first step you should take before working with any equipment in the laboratory?

• Put on safety goggles

• Read all written procedures and manuals

• Ask a classmate for help

• Turn on the power

Which fire extinguisher class is UNACCEPTABLE for electrical fires?

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class D

When working with electricity, what should you assume about circuits?

• They are probably turned off

• They are safe if the light is off

• They are on and need checking with a voltmeter

• They are grounded automatically

What is the primary purpose of keeping the laboratory clean and neat?

• To impress visitors

• To minimize potential for injuries

• To save cleaning time later

• To earn extra credit

What should you do before handling a capacitor?

• Test it with a voltmeter

• Immediately disconnect it

• Ask your instructor about discharge

• Connect it to ground

What is one benefit of taking your time while working?

• It impresses the teacher

• It allows others to finish first

• It helps create neater circuits

• It uses more lab time

Which of the following can cause chemical hazards in the electronics lab?

• Smoke from burning components

• Clean water

• Fresh air

• New circuit boards

What should you avoid when working with electricity in damp areas?

• Using rubber gloves

• Working entirely

• Using low voltage

• Using safety goggles

What information is contained in Safety Data Sheets?

• Only disposal procedures

• Chemical composition and first aid procedures

• Only storage requirements

• Equipment warranties

What should you do if you observe a classmate purposely breaking safety rules?

• Ignore it

• Report them to the teacher

• Wait until later to say something

• Join them