Lab Safety: Engineering Presentation Vocabulary Handout

What is the knee length garment worn over clothing to reduce exposure hazards?

• Apron

• Helmet

• Gloves

• Boots

Which of the following includes bottles, flasks, jars, beakers, graduated cylinders and pipettes used in the lab?

• Glassware

• Impact Goggles

• Apron

• Safety Glasses

What type of goggles completely cover the eyes and the area around the eyes, providing protection from flying debris?

• Impact Goggles

• Swimming Goggles

• Sunglasses

• Welding Glasses

What type of gloves are cut resistant and should be worn when using sharp tools?

• Kevlar Gloves

• Cotton Gloves

• Rubber Gloves

• Latex Gloves

Devices which emit light through optical amplification are called ________.

Which gloves provide protection from abrasions, offer extra grip on objects, and should be worn when handling sharp objects, lumber or metal?

• Leather Gloves

• Cotton Gloves

• Rubber Gloves

• Disposable Gloves

What does PPE stand for and what is its purpose in the lab?

• Personal Protective Equipment; specialized clothing or equipment which protects the wearer from hazards such as chemical, electrical or infectious agents

• Personal Performance Evaluation; a test to assess lab skills

• Primary Protective Enclosure; a storage unit for chemicals

• Professional Practice Exam; a certification for lab workers

What covers the front of the eyes and provides a minimum level of eye protection?

• Safety Glasses

• Ear Plugs

• Hard Hat

• Gloves