Animal Laboratory Safety Quiz

When using face and eye protection in a lab, a person must use PPE over prescription glasses and contact lenses.

• True

• False

__________ cover the front of the eyes and protect them from impact, while __________ completely cover and enclose the eyes and surrounding areas.

• Chemical splash goggles; safety glasses
• Safety glasses; face shield
• Face shield; safety glasses
• Safety glasses; chemical splash goggles

Which glove type provides chemical resistance to a wide variety of chemicals, such as highly corrosive acids, strong bases, and alcohols?

• Butyl

• Neoprene

• Nitrile

• All of the choices are correct

What is the most significant purpose of respiratory protection, such as respirators, disposable filtering masks, and self-contained breathing apparatuses?

• Protect against inhalation of harmful substances

• Provide additional coverage for the entire face

• Protect against potential chemical explosions

• Provide coverage against materials which spark

A __________ is a document sent with chemicals explaining chemical hazard information, such as the name, formula, and properties.

• Safety Data Sheet
• Hazardous Material Safety Sheet
• Chemical Hazard Data Sheet
• Chemical Safety Data Sheet

When disposing of waste properly, an individual must comply with federal, state, and local mandates.

• True

• False

The Globally Harmonized System, or GHS, is used to classify and label __________.

• Heating hazards
• Glassware hazards
• Hazardous chemicals
• Biological specimens

Samples taken from a life source are known as __________ specimens.

• Animal
• Bacterial
• Biological
• Hazardous

Broken glass must be picked up using forceps or tongs, or swept up and disposed of in the nearest trash can.

• True

• False

What is the proper protocol if chemicals come into contact with the eyes?

• Use safety shower to drench entire body with water, focusing on eyes

• Use eye wash station and flush for 15 minutes, follow with medical care

• Run cool water over the affected area and follow with medical care

• Immediately seek medical attention and follow a physician’s advice