Lab Safety Essentials for Chemistry and Biology

The video emphasizes the importance of lab safety, highlighting the use of safety gear like goggles and lab coats. It outlines key safety rules, such as wafting instead of sniffing chemicals, checking labels before mixing, and prohibiting food and drink in the lab.

What should you wear to protect your eyes in the lab?

• Safety glasses

• Contact lenses

• Goggles

• Sunglasses

What type of shoes should you avoid wearing in the lab?

• Boots

• Open-toe shoes

• Sneakers

• Sandals

Why is it important to wear gloves in the lab?

• To protect against chemicals

• To avoid leaving fingerprints

• To keep your hands warm

• To look professional

What should you do with your hair before starting lab work?

• Tie it back

• Leave it loose

• Dye it a bright color

• Cover it with a hat

What is the correct way to smell a chemical in the lab?

• Ask someone else to smell it

• Taste it to identify

• Waft the smell towards you

• Sniff directly from the container

Before mixing chemicals, what should you always do?

• Mix a small amount first

• Shake the container

• Ask a friend

• Check the label again

Why should you avoid eating or drinking in the lab?

• It is against the rules

• It can make you sleepy

• It might lead to contamination

• It can cause distractions