Lab Safety Virtual Lab Manual Flashcards

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering laboratory safety practices, equipment, fire classifications, and chemical spill protocols based on the Labster Virtual Lab Manual.

Globally Harmonized System (GHS)

An international system of classification and labeling of chemicals that uses uniform pictograms to identify workplace hazards.

Fire Diamond

An alternative hazard symbol used specifically in the USA for the labeling of hazardous materials.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Safety clothing and gear, such as lab coats and gloves, required to protect individuals from laboratory hazards.

Sample Labeling Requirements

The necessary information to be placed on all samples, including content, potential hazards, date, and the researcher's initials.

Eyewash Station

Safety equipment used to flush eyes for at least 20-30 minutes following chemical exposure.

Safety Shower

Emergency equipment used to drench a person if their clothes catch fire or are soaked in hazardous chemicals.

Emergency Exits

Requirement for labs to have two exits on different sides to ensure no one is trapped during a fire.

Fume Hood

A ventilated enclosure in chemistry labs that protects the user from chemical exposure and splashes.

Circuit Breaker

The safety device that should be pressed during a fire emergency to turn off all machines in the lab.

Chimney Effect

A dangerous phenomenon occurring when a fire blanket is wrapped around a standing person, potentially burning the person's face.

Class A Fire

A fire involving ordinary combustibles or fibrous materials such as wood, paper, and plastic.

Class B Fire

A fire involving flammable or combustible liquids like paint or kerosene.

Class C Fire

A fire involving energized electrical equipment such as switches and panel boxes.

Class D Fire

A fire involving combustible metals like magnesium or potassium.

ABC Extinguisher

A dry chemical extinguisher suitable for dealing with Class A, B, and C fires.

$CO_2$ Extinguisher

A fire extinguisher used for Class B and C fires; must never be used on people due to the risk of serious frostbite.

Apron

Additional protective apparel worn over a lab coat when working with splash hazards or volatile solutions.

Minor Spill

A chemical spill involving small amounts of non-excessively dangerous chemicals that lab personnel can clean themselves.

Major Spill

A spill involving large amounts of chemicals or highly dangerous reagents requiring evacuation and emergency personnel.

Acid Neutralization

The cleanup process for strong acids using baking soda, which is a weak base.

Base Neutralization

The cleanup process for strong bases using acetic acid, which is a weak acid.

Corrosive Chemicals

Substances such as strong acids and bases that visibly damage or permanently change materials like skin or steel on contact.