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Lab Safety

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Always point a test tube that is being heated

a)

away from you and towards other people

b)

toward you and away from others

c)

always toward the right side

d)

away from you and away from other people

2.

To detect the odor of chemical fumes

a)

inhale the fumes directly from the container

b)

gently fan the fumes toward your nose; waft

c)

heat the substance before smelling it

d)

take a deep breath and inhale

3.

When glassware is broken, chipped, or cracked you should

a)

notify your teacher and dispose of it properly

b)

hide it and say nothing

c)

keep using it until it breaks completely and then dispose of it properly

d)

clean it very carefully before using

4.

On lab days you will need to

a)

tie back long hair

b)

wear closed-toe shoes

c)

secure loose, baggy clothing and dangling jewlery

d)

all of these are true

5.

When working with chemicals and other materials in the laboratory always

a)

wear safety googles

b)

bring a snack with you because it's going to be a long day

c)

read up on the specific safety information for those chemicals

6.

When using a Bunsen burner on should never

a)

reach over the flame

b)

leave the area unattended

c)

use flammable materials near the flame

d)

all of these are true

7.

If you get acid on your hand you should

a)

wait to see if it stings before you say

b)

quickly rinse your hand with water

c)

inform your teacher

8.

During an experiment

a)

it is appropriate to perform extra experiments to gain a better understanding of the material

b)

complete only those experiments assigned

c)

you may leave your area unattended

d)

you may dump all waste down the sink to clean up

9.

If you break a test tube,

a)

you should carefully pick up the pieces with your hands and put them in the trash can

b)

you should go to the storage room and get another test tube

c)

you should notify the teacher

d)

you should sweep it under the table so the next group can clean it up

10.

Hot glassware

a)

should be tested using the back of the hand

b)

should be allowed to cool before moving or immersing in water

c)

can shatter if immersed in cold water

d)

all of the above are true

11.

Which of the following should not be placed in a laboratory sink?

a)

burnt matches

b)

used filter papers

c)

solid chemicals

d)

all of these

12.

When performing laboratory experiments that require the use of electrical equipment,

a)

place the electrical equipment near a sink or water source

b)

check the electrical cords for fraying or cracking before plugging it in

c)

unplug by pulling on the cord

d)

leave it "on" for the next class

13.

What is the last think you should do before leaving lab?

a)

pour all hazardous materials down the drain

b)

put all broken glass in the regular trash can

c)

make your partner clean the room

d)

wash your hands

14.

If you are not following lab instructions or safety procedures, which of the following could happen?

a)

you may lose your privilege to continue participating in the lab

b)

you may recieve a "0" on your lab

c)

you may be referred to the office

d)

all of the above may happen

15.

The disposal procedures for all waste chemicals are the same

a)

True

b)

False

16.

Anytime chemicals, heat, or glassware is used, students will wear goggles at all times.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

If the bell rings before you finish, you may leave your lab station without cleaning up and expect the next class to clean it up

a)

True

b)

False

18.

It is okay to eat and drink in lab

a)

True

b)

False

19.

When you enter the science room and equipment is set out at the lab stations, you are allowed to touch and try the equipment prior to being instructed on what to do

a)

True

b)

False

20.

It is okay to touch, taste, and smell chemicals as long as you know what they are

a)

True

b)

False