Mr. Hurley Lab Safety Quiz

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1.

Which of the following should be worn in the lab
- A.
  
  Loose clothes
- B.
  
  Expensive clothes
- C.
  
  Neck tie
- D.
  
  Apron or lab coat
- E.
  
  All of the above
2.

You have accidentally broken a test tube and spilled a chemical on the table. Which of the following best explains what you should do?
- A.
  
  Use water and paper towels to clean up the spill; place the broken test tube in the disposal container specified by the teacher for sharp objects.
- B.
  
  Throw the glass into the nearest trash bin and let the spill air-dry.
- C.
  
  Quickly dispose of the glass, wipe up the spill with the nearest cloth, and hope nobody notices.
- D.
  
  Caution your lab partners to avoid the area while you inform the teacher of the small accident.
3.

You should wear safety goggle during every science block.
- A.
  
  True. You can never be too safe.
- B.
  
  False. You should wear goggles only when working with chemicals or heat.
4.

Right when you get to class, it is important to get started on the lab even if your teacher hasn't given you instructions yet.
- A.
  
  True. You don't want to fall behind everyone else.
- B.
  
  False. You should always read the directions before you start a lab.
5.

Long hair, hanging jewelry, and loose clothing can be dangerous in a lab.
- A.
  
  True. They can get into chemicals, fire, or knock something over.
- B.
  
  False. They are perfectly safe as long as you have read through all of the directions.
6.

Before starting a lab you should...
- A.
  
  Read all directions
- B.
  
  Clear off your table of books, food, and drinks.
- C.
  
  Ask the teacher about any questions you have.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
7.

SHOULD STUDENTS KNOW WHERE THE SAFETY EQUIEMENT IS?
- A.
  
  YES
- B.
  
  NO, ITS NOT IMPORNTANT
- C.
  
  MAYBE
- D.
  
  IF THEY WANT TO KNOW
8.

WHAT SHOULD HAPPENED IF STUDENTS DO NOT FOLLOW THE SAFETY RULES?
- A.
  
  THEY ARE ASKED TO LEAVE THE LAB
- B.
  
  NOTHING HAPPENS
- C.
  
  THEY ARE ASKED TO FOLLOW THE RULES
- D.
  
  NO ONE REALLY CARES
9.

Read and study all procedures for the lab investigation _____.
- A.
  
  Before performing the lab
- B.
  
  While performing the lab
- C.
  
  After performing the lab
- D.
  
  Only if your lab partner does not
10.

When using a flame, hair spray, mousse, or other flammable hair products _____.
- A.
  
  Should be left on the lab table
- B.
  
  Should NOT be used in your hair
- C.
  
  Should be used in your hair
- D.
  
  Should be used minimally
11.

Proper behavior is expected in the lab because practical jokes and fooling around _____.
- A.
  
  Can make your lab partners cry
- B.
  
  Can make your lab partners laugh
- C.
  
  Can lead to injury
- D.
  
  Can make you laugh
12.

Remain in your work area unless given permission by your teacher to leave it, and make sure your work area _____.
- A.
  
  Is clean and uncluttered
- B.
  
  Is messy
- C.
  
  Is unorganized
- D.
  
  Is the same as your friend’s
13.

Dispose of chemicals, broken glass, and flammable materials _____.
- A.
  
  In the trash can.
- B.
  
  In the sink.
- C.
  
  In your backpack to take home.
- D.
  
  In proper containers as instructed to do so by your teacher.
14.

What is this piece of lab safety equipment used for?
- A.
  
  To squirt water.
- B.
  
  To put out fire.
- C.
  
  To make the air smell better.
- D.
  
  To put something on fire.
15.

These 2 girls are working in the lab. What are they not wearing that they should be wearing?
- A.
  
  Bracelets
- B.
  
  Coats
- C.
  
  Loose fitting shirts
- D.
  
  Gloves
16.

When gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should
- A.
  
  Read all directions carefully to know what equipment is necessary
- B.
  
  Examine all glassware to check for chips or cracks
- C.
  
  Clean any glassware that appears dirty
- D.
  
  All the above
17.

When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always
- A.
  
  Treat your hands with skin lotion
- B.
  
  Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water
- C.
  
  Wipe your hands on a towel
- D.
  
  Wipe your hands on your clothes
18.

WHAT DOES THE FIRE BLANKET DO?
- A.
  
  HELPS YOU WHEN YOUR COLD
- B.
  
  HELPS YOU WHEN YOUR ON FIRE
- C.
  
  HELPS YOU WHEN YOU FALL
- D.
  
  HELPS YOU WHEN YOU GET WET
19.

SHOULD STUDENTS KNOW WHERE THE SAFETY EQUIEMENT IS?
- A.
  
  YES
- B.
  
  NO, ITS NOT IMPORNTANT
- C.
  
  MAYBE
- D.
  
  IF THEY WANT TO KNOW
20.

WHAT IS THE EYE WASH FOR?
- A.
  
  TO WASH YOUR HANDS
- B.
  
  TO WASH YOUR HAIR
- C.
  
  TO WASH YOUR SHOES
- D.
  
  TO WASH YOUR EYES WHEN CHEMICALS GET IN THEM