Safety In Engineering

Which statement best defines an accident in engineering safety contexts?

• A planned event that always results in damage

• An unplanned event that may or may not result in an injury

• A routine inspection that identifies hazards

• A scheduled maintenance activity with known outcomes

According to the section, what is the primary cause of most accidents?

• Equipment failure due to wear and tear

• Natural disasters

• Human error

• Poor training materials

Which action is explicitly prohibited to maintain safety in the laboratory?

• Horse play

• Tying up loose hair

• Rolling up long sleeves

• Tucking in clothing

Before operating any machinery in the laboratory, what must you do?

• Check with the teacher

• Ask a classmate

• Turn on the closest exhaust fan

• Read the equipment manual at home

Which combination best describes proper personal attire when working in the lab?

• Loose hair down, jewelry on, long sleeves loose

• Loose hair tied up, clothing tucked in, jewelry off, long sleeves rolled up

• Loose hair tied up, jewelry on, long sleeves down

• Loose hair down, clothing tucked in, long sleeves rolled up

If an accident happens in the lab, what is the immediate step you should take?

• Clean up quietly

• Contact the teacher immediately

• Finish the procedure and then report

• Leave the lab and go to the nurse

Which is the correct rule for using tools in the laboratory?

• Use equipment without permission if you are experienced

• Always get permission from the teacher before using lab equipment

• Discuss the project with a peer while they are operating equipment

• Leave equipment running for the next user

What is the best behavior around someone who is currently operating equipment?

• Talk to them to keep them alert

• Stand in the designated area and avoid distracting them

• Ask them to stop so you can use it

• Stand anywhere as long as you wear PPE

What should you do to equipment after you finish using it?

• Leave it powered for cooldown

• Turn off or unplug the equipment

• Cover it and walk away

• Wait for the instructor to turn it off

Which ANSI safety color specifically signals Danger and/or Stop in a lab environment?

• Safety Yellow

• Safety Red

• Safety Orange

• Safety Green