Laboratory Safety and Equipment Handling

Which gloves should be used when working with highly corrosive acids and strong bases, such as sulfuric acid?

• Butyl gloves

• neoprene gloves

• Nitrile Gloves

• Any of them will work

_______ gloves are heat resistant.

• Butyl

• Neoprene

• Nitrile

• All of these

Which of the following pose a direct risk of burns?

• test tubes

• chemicals

• Bunsen burner

• bacteria cultures

What is the purpose of making sure your hair is tied back and not wearing loose clothes while working in lab?

• to minimize risks of distractions

• to prevent injury

• to ensure accuracy in lab

• to promote professionalism

________ fire extinguisher is only used for fires caused by electrical equipment.

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class K

_______ fire extinguishers are only used on fires caused by paper products, woods and textiles.

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class K

Flammable liquids, oils and grease can only be put out by this type of fire extinguisher _____.

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class K

Which PPE protects the eyes from impact?

• safety glasses

• splash goggles

• face shield

• aprons

Which PPE reduces skin exposure to hazards in the lab?

• safety goggles

• aprons/lab coats

• splash goggles

• face shield

Which type of PPE helps protect against inhalation of harmful substances?

• face shield

• face masks

• aprons

• splash goggles