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Laboratory Safety Procedures and Protocols

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is an important safety precaution for students with long hair in a laboratory?

a)

Dye it a bright color.

b)

Tie it back securely.

c)

Cover it with a hat.

d)

Keep it loose to avoid tension.

2.

Why is eating and drinking generally not allowed in a laboratory?

a)

It can distract from experiments.

b)

Food might attract pests.

c)

Chemicals could contaminate food or drinks.

d)

It makes the lab untidy.

3.

What should you do immediately if you break equipment or spill chemicals in the laboratory?

a)

Try to clean it up yourself quickly.

b)

Hide it so no one finds out.

c)

Report it to the teacher right away.

d)

Wait until the end of class to mention it.

4.

Why is playing around or engaging in horseplay strictly prohibited in a laboratory?

a)

It can disturb other students.

b)

It can lead to accidents and injuries.

c)

It makes the teacher angry.

d)

It wastes valuable class time.

5.

Which item of clothing is essential to wear during laboratory experiments to protect your body?

a)

Shorts and sandals.

b)

Lab coat and closed-toe shoes.

c)

Loose scarves.

d)

Bright colored t-shirts.

6.

What should you do before starting any experiment in the laboratory?

a)

Begin immediately without instructions.

b)

Ask a friend for help.

c)

Clean your desk only.

d)

Read and understand all safety guidelines.

7.

Why is it important to know the location of safety equipment like fire extinguishers and eye wash stations in the laboratory?

a)

To keep the lab organized.

b)

To use them quickly in case of an emergency.

c)

To impress your teacher.

d)

So you can show them to visitors.

8.

What should you do if you notice a chemical spill on the laboratory floor?

a)

Ignore it and continue working.

b)

Inform the teacher and follow proper cleanup procedures.

c)

Cover it with paper towels.

d)

Ask a friend to clean it up.

9.

Which of the following is NOT a safe practice when handling glassware in the laboratory?

a)

Use broken glassware for experiments.

b)

Inspect glassware for cracks before use.

c)

Handle glassware with dry hands.

d)

Dispose of broken glass in designated containers.

10.

Why should you avoid directly smelling chemicals in the laboratory?

a)

Some chemicals have unpleasant odors.

b)

It slows down the experiment.

c)

Direct inhalation can be harmful or toxic.

d)

It is considered rude.