Electrical Lab Safety

Keep ___ and ___ away from computers and electrical equipment. 

• Food/Drink
• Books/Papers
• Family/Friends
• Speakers/Headphones

When is it OK to eat or drink in the lab?

• Always
• Never

 If you do not understand a direction or part of a lab procedure, you should 

• skip it and go on to the next part.
• ask the instructor before proceeding
• try several methods until something works
• figure it out as you do the lab

True or False. It is a bad idea to horse play during lab activities.

• True
• False

True or False. Keep your work area messy and full of trash. 

• True
• False 

Goggles are worn during science experiments--

• only if you don't have glasses
• to protect your eyes any time chemicals, heat or sediments are used
• to improve vision
• to avoid eye strain

It is OK to start a lab before you read all the directions.

• True
• False

What is this symbol for?

• glove safety 
• apron safety
• clapping safety
• chemical safety 

Which is a safety tool?

• ruler
• fire extinguisher
• balance

What are safety goggles used for?

• they are not important
• protect your eyes
• We don't wear goggles