Lab Safety Practices and Guidelines

Why is it important to wear safety goggles in the lab?

• To look cool

• To protect your eyes from splashes or chemicals

• To help you see better in the dark

• To keep your hair out of your face

What type of footwear is NOT allowed in a science lab?

• Sneakers

• Boots

• Closed-toe shoes

• Open-toe shoes like sandals

What protective clothing should be worn in a science lab?

• Regular clothes

• Pajamas

• Lab coat, goggles, and gloves

• Swimsuits

What is the purpose of wearing gloves when handling chemicals?

• To keep your hands warm

• To prevent chemicals from touching your skin

• To make your hands look bigger

• To help you grip things better

If you have long hair, what should you do with it before starting a lab experiment?

• Let it hang loose

• Tie it back securely

• Cut it short

• Put a hat on without tying it

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

• Put your nose directly over the container

• Take a big sniff from the bottle

• Waft the fumes towards your nose with your hand

• Taste a small amount to identify it

Before mixing any chemicals, what should you always do?

• Taste them to identify them

• Check the labels carefully to ensure they are correct

• Mix them quickly to see what happens

• Pour them all together to save time

Why is it important not to eat or drink in the lab?

• It's rude to eat in front of others

• You might spill something on the floor

• Chemicals could accidentally get into your food or drink

• It makes a mess that someone else has to clean

What is the main benefit of following lab safety rules?

• To make the lab look neat and tidy

• To make experiments take longer to complete

• To mitigate (reduce) the risk of accidents and injuries

• To impress your teacher with your knowledge

Which of these activities is generally not allowed in a science lab because it can be dangerous?

• Walking carefully to your station

• Sitting quietly while waiting for instructions

• Dancing or running around the lab

• Observing experiments from a safe distance