Lab Saftey

Question 1

What is the first step you should take if u accidentally spill a chemical on ur skin?
a) wipe it off
B) wash area immediately with water and notify the teacher
C) wait for chemical to dry then clean
D) ignore it

Answer 1

B) wash area immediately with water and notify the teacher

Question 2

If a piece of lab equipment is broken, what should u do?
A) attempt to fix it yoursled
B) continue using it carefully
C) repot it to teacher
D) leave it for next person

Answer 2

C) repot it to teacher

Question 3

What is the correct procedure for smelling chemicals in the lab?
A) Place ur nose directly over the container
B) fan a small amount of vapour towards ur nose with hand
C) assume it is safe to smell all chemicals
D) do not smell under any circumstances

Answer 3

B) fan a small amount of vapour towards ur nose with hand

Question 4

What should u do before begginibg any lab expeirment?
A) start working
B) read procedure and safety instructions
C) ask classmate for steps
D) test the chemicals and see how they react

Answer 4

B) read procedure and safety instructions

Question 5

Why is it important to tie long hair back?
A) to keep out of ur face
B) to prevent it from catching fire or touching chemicals
C) to look professional
D) to avoid distracting others

Answer 5

B) to prevent it from catching fire or touching chemicals

Question 6

What is the proper way at to dispose of unused chemicals?
A) pour them down sink
B) put them back to their original container
C) follow teachers instructions for disposal
D) leave them on the lab bench

Answer 6

C) follow teachers instructions for disposal