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Laboratory Safety Objectives

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The importance of safe work conditions is:

a)

To prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace.

b)

To increase the number of workplace hazards.

c)

To encourage unsafe behavior among employees.

d)

To reduce productivity and morale.

2.

Procedures used in a safety walk through in laboratories include:

a)

Inspecting safety equipment and checking for hazards.

b)

Ignoring chemical storage areas.

c)

Allowing food and drinks in the lab.

d)

Skipping the use of personal protective equipment.

3.

Safety hazards commonly seen in laboratories include:

a)

Chemical spills, broken glassware, electrical hazards, and fire risks

b)

Only chemical spills

c)

Only electrical hazards

d)

Only fire risks

4.

Identify which of the following is a safe behavior in a laboratory setting.

a)

Wearing safety goggles at all times

b)

Eating and drinking in the lab

c)

Running in the laboratory

d)

Ignoring safety instructions

5.

Fill in the blank: ______ is the priority of ALL.

a)

Safety

b)

Comfort

c)

Speed

d)

Efficiency

6.

Fill in the blank: Safety is governed by ______ and ______.

a)

OSHA; ANSI

b)

EPA; FDA

c)

CDC; WHO

d)

ISO; IEC

7.

Importance of Safe Working Conditions: Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

a)

Everyone is responsible for safety.

b)

Only the manager is responsible for safety.

c)

Only the safety officer is responsible for safety.

d)

Only new employees are responsible for safety.

8.

What should you evaluate to ensure safety while completing a given task?

a)

All safety practices needed to ensure safety.

b)

Only the fastest way to complete the task.

c)

The tools that look the newest.

d)

Whether you can finish without any breaks.

9.

What should you assess before using equipment to complete a task?

a)

The safety of the equipment.

b)

The color of the equipment.

c)

The brand of the equipment.

d)

The age of the equipment.

10.

Fill in the blank: One of the risks associated with laboratories is _________

a)

Eye Injury

b)

Sunburn

c)

Frostbite

d)

Jet Lag

11.

Burns to skin or unprotected areas is a risk associated with _________.

a)

laboratories

b)

libraries

c)

cafeterias

d)

offices

12.

Which of the following is a risk associated with laboratories?

a)

Fumes

b)

Loud noises

c)

Broken glass

d)

Flooding

13.

Fill in the blank: You should keep your gloves ____ even if you have to keep an extra pair.

a)

dry

b)

wet

c)

dirty

d)

loose

14.

Which of the following materials can be used as dry insulation to stand or lie on while welding?

a)

Plywood

b)

Rubber mats

c)

Both A and B

d)

None of the above

15.

Fill in the blank: You should insulate your body from the ____ you are welding.

a)

metal

b)

floor

c)

air

d)

light

16.

True or False: It is safe to rest your body, arms, or legs on the workpiece, especially if your clothing is wet or bare skin is exposed.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Fill in the blank: According to the Rules and Expectations for Welding Safety, a DC manual (stick) welder is recommended for use in ____________ conditions.

a)

potentially electrically hazardous

b)

outdoor windy

c)

high temperature

d)

low humidity

18.

Which of the following is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) mentioned in the image?

a)

Ear protection

b)

Hand protection

c)

Foot protection

d)

Respiratory protection

19.

Fill in the blank: The image shows a pair of _______ used for eye protection.

a)

safety glasses

b)

ear plugs

c)

gloves

d)

face mask

20.

Which of the following is used for heat and radiation protection?

a)

Flame/heat retardant outerwear

b)

Fume extraction systems

c)

Respirators

d)

Safety goggles

21.

Which item is used to protect hands from heat and radiation?

a)

Gloves

b)

Respirators

c)

Fume extraction systems

d)

Safety glasses

22.

Spark/heat resistant shoes that cover above the ankle are used for ________ protection.

a)

heat and radiation

b)

chemical

c)

electrical

d)

water

23.

Fume extraction systems are used for ________ protection.

a)

fume

b)

fire

c)

water

d)

sound

24.

Which of the following is used for fume protection?

a)

Gloves

b)

Flame/heat retardant outerwear

c)

Respirators

d)

Spark/heat resistant shoes

25.

What type of clothing is recommended for electrical shock protection according to the Personal Protective Equipment guidelines?

a)

Cotton clothing

b)

Insulated clothing

c)

Wool clothing

d)

Synthetic clothing

26.

Which of the following is a signal word used in warning labels?

a)

Caution

b)

Prevent

c)

Risk

d)

Secure

27.

What is a safety data sheet (SDS)?

a)

A) A list of chemicals only

b)

B) A systematized catalogue or list of information regarding chemicals, chemical compounds and chemical mixtures, including instruction for safe use and potential hazards.

c)

C) A list of laboratory equipment

d)

D) A list of safety equipment

28.

Fill in the blank: Always maintain ______ that comes with machine or hand tool.

a)

guarding

b)

grease

c)

label

d)

paint

29.

Fill in the blank: Put tools away after each use so they do not become ______ or trip hazards.

a)

obstructions

b)

decorations

c)

toys

d)

souvenirs

30.

Fill in the blank: Keep your work area clean and free of ______.

a)

debris

b)

water

c)

paint

d)

furniture

31.

Fill in the blank: Always understand your role in any ______.

a)

emergency

b)

celebration

c)

vacation

d)

argument

32.

Fill in the blank: Be aware of your ______ and the types of work those around you may be performing.

a)

surroundings

b)

clothes

c)

tools

d)

schedule

33.

Fill in the blank: According to the safety rules for working with moving parts, Rule #1 is: Turn the engine or power ___ before working on a machine.

a)

off

b)

on

c)

up

d)

down

34.

Fill in the blank: According to the safety rules for working with moving parts, Rule #2 is: If it ain’t ___, don’t fix it.

a)

broke

b)

fixed

c)

running

d)

safe

35.

Fill in the blank: According to the safety rules for working with moving parts, Rule #3 is: Always ensure that protective guards and safety shields are present and in good ___ order on equipment.

a)

working

b)

decorative

c)

temporary

d)

random

36.

Fill in the blank: According to the safety rules for working with moving parts, Rule #4 is: Fix the machine; don’t ___ with it.

a)

fight

b)

play

c)

argue

d)

negotiate

37.

Fill in the blank: According to the safety rules for working with moving parts, Rule #5 is: ___ . ___ . ___ .

a)

Read. Read. Read.

b)

Stop. Look. Listen.

c)

Think. Plan. Act.

d)

Check. Double-check. Proceed.

38.

Why is the condition of your electrode holder and electrode important?

a)

Because it ensures safety and proper functioning during use.

b)

Because it makes the welding process faster regardless of technique.

c)

Because it changes the color of the weld.

d)

Because it increases the weight of the equipment.

39.

The plastic or fiber insulation on the electrode holder protects you from touching the metal 'electrically hot' parts inside.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

Equipment Safety: Always inspect your electrode holder before turning the welder on.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

Equipment Safety: What should you do if your electrode holder is damaged?

a)

Repair it yourself

b)

Replace the holder

c)

Ignore the damage

d)

Use it anyway

42.

Equipment Safety: Do not try to repair the electrode holder unless you have _________?

a)

replacement parts

b)

protective gloves

c)

a welding mask

d)

an assistant

43.

Equipment Safety: The electrode holder is always electrically hot when the machine is on.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

Fire Safety: Heat is not the hazard (in general).

a)

True

b)

False

45.

What is a danger of fire when working with sparks and molten metal?

a)

Danger of fire from sparks and molten metal.

b)

Increased humidity in the air.

c)

Improved air quality.

d)

Reduced noise levels.

46.

Fire Safety: Make sure the work is not in contact with any combustible. Which of the following is a combustible liquid?

a)

Gasoline

b)

Wood

c)

Acetylene

d)

Cardboard

47.

Fire Safety: Make sure the work is not in contact with any combustible. Which of the following is a combustible solid?

a)

Paints

b)

Cardboard

c)

Hydrogen

d)

Oils

48.

Fire Safety: Make sure the work is not in contact with any combustible. Which of the following is a combustible gas?

a)

Acetylene

b)

Gasoline

c)

Wood

d)

Paints

49.

Fire Safety: You should know where fire alarms and fire extinguishers are located.

a)

True

b)

False

50.

What equipment should you use to remove harmful fumes while welding?

a)

Proper fume removal equipment

b)

Safety gloves

c)

Welding helmet

d)

Ear protection