Art and Design Safety Quiz

(Unit 01) Which of the following is a key reason for following health and safety regulations in an art and design studio?

• To make the workspace look tidy

• To prevent accidents and injuries

• To use up old materials

• To impress visitors

(Unit 01) What should you do before starting a new art project involving unfamiliar materials?

• Ignore the safety data sheets

• Read the safety data sheets and instructions

• Ask a friend for advice

• Use the materials straight away

(Unit 03) Which of the following is considered a hazard in a 2-dimensional art workspace?

• Clean brushes

• Spilled paint on the floor

• Organised sketchbooks

• Closed paint tubes

(Unit 03) What is the first step in a risk assessment procedure?

• Buy new equipment

• Identify potential hazards

• Start working immediately

• Clean the workspace

(Unit 01) Which regulation is most relevant to health and safety in art and design classrooms in Great Britain?

• The Highway Code

• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• The Data Protection Act

• The Clean Air Act

(Unit 05) Why is it important to keep your workspace organised when working with mixed media?

• To make it look colourful

• To reduce the risk of accidents and make materials easy to find

• To impress your teacher

• To use more materials

(Unit 05) Which of the following is a safe practice when using sharp tools like craft knives?

• Leave them on the edge of the table

• Always cut away from your body

• Use them without supervision

• Share them with friends while cutting

(Unit 03) What should you do if you spill a chemical or paint in the art room?

• Ignore it and keep working

• Tell your teacher and clean it up safely

• Cover it with paper

• Wait for someone else to clean it

(Unit 05) Which of the following is NOT a risk when using spray paints indoors?

• Inhalation of fumes

• Fire hazard

• Getting paint on your clothes

• Poor ventilation

(Unit 01) What is the best way to store solvents and flammable materials in the art room?

• On open shelves near windows

• In a locked, ventilated cupboard

• Next to the heater

• Under the sink