Chemistry Lab Safety Final 7.1.3

Which form of protection is commonly used and/or available in chemistry laboratories to protect skin?

a. Disposable and non-disposable gloves

b. clothes

c. laboratory aprons and coats

d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Which parts of the body are at-risk for exposure to chemicals?

a. the face

b. hands, arms, legs, and feet

c. Midsection

d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Which statement about laboratory gloves is true?

a. most gloves protect against most chemicals

b. only non-disposable gloves protect against most chemicals

c. No glove material protects against all chemicals

d. Latex gloves are the best choice for most people working in laboratories

c. No glove material protects against all chemicals

When using gloves in the lab you should

a. use whatever glove is available since that is likely appropriate for the chemicals being used

b. use the thickest glove that is available since that will provide the best protection

c. learn the proper technique for removing the gloves to avoid skin contamination

d. Make sure you identify the right-hand and left-hand versions of disposable gloves

a. use whatever glove is available since that is likely appropriate for the chemicals being used

What reason(s) might cause you not to wear gloves during a certain procedure?

a. wearing gloves sometimes become uncomfortable and might reduce dexterity

b. disposable gloves cost money and shouldn't be used unless some reasonable risk presents itself

c. some laboratory procedures present no significant risk of skin exposure to the hands

d. all of the above

d. all of the above

When handling hot objects in laboratory,

a. disposable gloves generally provide adequate protection

b. It is best to select the correct tool to pick up a hot object to make sure that a secure grip is established

c. It is always best to let a hot object coot to room temperature before handling it

d. beaker tongs can almost always conveniently be used to handle any hot object, regardless of size and shape

b. It is best to select the correct tool to pick up a hot object to make sure that a secure grip is established