Science Lab Safety Test

Flammable materials, like alcohol, should never be dispensed or used near

an open flame

If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately

notify your instructor

Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laborator

anytime chemicals heat or glassware are used

If you wear contact lenses in the school laboratory

advise your science instructor that you wear contact lenses

advise your science instructor that you wear contact lenses

ask the instructor before proceeding

After completing an experiment, all chemical wastes should be

disposed of according to your instructor's directions.

If a lab experiment is not completed, you should

discuss the issue with your instructor

You are heating a substance in a test tube. Always point the open end of the tube

away from all people

You are heating a piece of glass and now want to pick it up. You should

use tongs

You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burn, etc.). First you should

tell the science instructor at once

When gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should

read all directions carefully to know what equipment is necessary, examine all glassware to check for chips or cracks, and clean any glassware that appears dirty.

You want to place a piece of glass tubing into a rubber stopper after the tubing has been fire polished and cooled. This is best done by

lubricating the tubing with water or glycerin, using a towel or cotton gloves for protection, and twisting the tubing and stopper carefully.

Personal eyeglasses provide as much protection as

none of the following: a face shield, safety glasses, and/or splashproof chemical goggles.

Long hair in the laboratory must be

tied back or kept entirely out of the way with a hair band, hairpins, or other confining device.

In a laboratory, the following should not be worn

loose clothing, dangling jewelry, or sandals.

The following footwear is best in the laboratory.

closed-toed shoes

Horseplay or practical jokes in the laboratory are

always against the rules

If a piece of equipment is not working properly, stop, turn it off, and tell

the science instructor

If an acid is splashed on your skin, wash at once with

plenty of water

When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always

wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water

T or F - Hot glass looks the same as cold glass.

True

T or F - All chemicals in the lab are to be considered dangerous.

True

T or F - Return all unused chemicals to their original containers.

False

T or F - Work areas should be kept clean and tidy.

True

T or F - Pipets are used to measure and dispense small amounts of liquids. You should draw the liquid into the pipet using your mouth.

False

T or F - Laboratory work can be started immediately upon entering the laboratory even if the instructor is not yet present.

False

T or F - Never remove chemicals or other equipment from the laboratory.

True

T or F - Chipped or cracked glassware is okay to use

False

T or F - Read all procedures thoroughly before entering the laboratory.

True

T or F - All unauthorized experiments are prohibited.

True

T or F - You are allowed to enter the chemical preparation/storage area any time you need to get an item.

False

T or F - Laboratory aprons should be worn during all lab activities.

True

T or F - It's okay to pick up broken glass with your bare hands as long as the glass is placed in the trash.

False

T or F - Never leave a lit burner unattended.

True