Lab Safety Quiz Review

Why is it important to read all directions before starting an investigation or lab activity?

• To ensure you understand the procedures and avoid accidents.

• Because it is a school rule.

• So you can finish faster.

• To impress your classmates.

What should you do if you want to try a procedure not covered in the directions?

• Ask your teacher for permission first.

• Try it on your own.

• Ask a friend for advice.

• Skip the procedure.

If you are hurt or injured during a lab activity, what is the correct action?

• Tell your teacher immediately.

• Try to fix it yourself.

• Ignore it and continue working.

• Tell a classmate.

When should you wear goggles during a lab activity?

• When using glassware, sharp objects, chemicals, or heating an object.

• Only when the teacher tells you.

• Only if you wear glasses.

• Never, unless you want to.

Why is it important to tie back long hair or secure loose clothing during lab activities?

• To prevent them from catching fire or getting caught in equipment.

• To look neat.

• Because it is a fashion rule.

• So you can see better.

What should you do if you are unsure whether an object is hot?

• Treat it as though it is hot and use oven mitts, clamps, tongs, or a test-tube holder.

• Touch it quickly to check.

• Ask a friend to touch it.

• Ignore it.

What should you do if you notice a frayed cord in the lab?

• Inform your teacher immediately.

• Try to fix it yourself.

• Ignore it.

• Ask a classmate to help.

What should you do if you get a chemical on your skin or in your eyes during a lab activity?

• Tell your teacher right away and they may take you to the eye wash.

• Wait until the end of class to report it.

• Go straight to the eye wash.

• Wash your hands and continue working.

What is the main reason you should never eat or drink in the science lab?

• To prevent accidental ingestion of chemicals.

• Because food is not allowed in school.

• To avoid making a mess.

• Because it distracts other students.

Why is it important not to use broken or chipped glassware in the lab?

• It can cause injuries or accidents.

• It looks unprofessional.

• It is harder to clean.

• It is more expensive.