Laboratory Safety Guidelines

What is the most important rule to follow in a science lab?

• Experiment freely without supervision

• Follow all safety rules

• Eat and drink while working

• Play games with lab equipment

What should you always wear to protect your eyes from chemicals and substances?

• A hat

• Regular eyeglasses

• Safety goggles

• A face mask

What type of behavior is strictly prohibited in the lab?

• Quiet observation

• Running and playing

• Careful experimentation

• Taking notes

What should you avoid doing with food or drinks in the lab?

• Storing them in a separate area

• Eating or drinking anything

• Sharing them with your teacher

• Using them as part of an experiment

What is the first thing you should do if there is an accident or spill in the lab?

• Try to clean it up yourself

• Ignore it and continue working

• Notify your teacher immediately

• Run out of the lab

How should you smell a chemical if instructed by your teacher?

• Directly inhale from the container

• Waft the fumes towards your nose

• Put your nose close to the chemical

• Avoid smelling it at all costs

Which of the following is NOT appropriate to wear in a science lab?

• Long sleeves pushed up

• Hair tied back

• Open-toed shoes

• Safety goggles

What should you do with broken or chipped glassware?

• Use it carefully

• Try to fix it yourself

• Never use it

• Leave it on the counter for someone else to find