Lab safety 1
Flammable materials, like alcohol, should never be used near ______________
fire/open flames/heat
When heating a substance in a test-tube you should always point the open end __________
away from people
What should you have on before working in the lab?
What is the lab rule for shoes?
closed toe
If you do not understand the directions you should _________
Ask the instructor
What should you do if a lab fire erupts?
Tell the instructor immediately and loudly.
When heating a piece of glass how should you pick it up?
with hot mitts or tongs
If you wear contact lenses, you must ___________.
Tell your instructor
Horseplay and practical jokes in the lab are __________
prohibited
After completing an experiment all chemical wastes should be
disposed of according to teacher's instructions
When should approved eye protection devices be worn?
When working in the lab.
What should you first do if you have been injured in the lab (cut, burn, etc.)?
Inform the instructor
Don't work in the lab unless a __________ instructor is present.
Science
If a piece of equipment is not working properly you should ___________
Inform the instructor
True or False: Hot glass looks the same as cold glass?
True
Who is responsible for safe lab conduct/behavior?
Everyone
Before using glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should ________
Check for cracks/chips and broken glass
What is the lab rule for clothing?
No baggy or loose clothing.
If an acid is spilled on your skin you should wash at once with
plenty of water
(True/False) Return all unused chemicals to their original containers
False- let the teacher dispose of them
When working in the lab, long hair should be ________.
Tied back or held back with another device.
If a live unicorn was working in lab, what would he have to have on his feet?
close toed shoes
What is the lab rule for dangling jewelry?
Don't wear it in the lab / take it off
After removing your gloves when you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, you should ___________
Wash you hands thoroughly with soap and water
(True/False) Lab work can be started immediately as you walk in the door even if the instructor is not present.
False, wait for teacher instructions