Personal Safety and Dress Code
What do you have to wear to protect your eyes from chemicals and debris?
safety goggles
What should you always do before using any chemical to know how to handle it safely?
read the label and instructions
Which part of the test tube should you never point towards yourself or others?
open end of the test tube
What device is used to put out fires in the lab?
fire extinguisher
What should you always do when the teacher gives lab instructions?
listen carefully and follow them
What type of clothing protects your skin and clothes from spills during a lab?
lab apron or lab coat
What should you never do this with chemicals unless instructed by your teacher?
mix chemicals
What should you clean and organize to help prevent accidents in the lab?
work area
If a chemical spills on your skin, what should you immediately do?
rinse with plenty of water
What type of behavior is never allowed in the lab because it can cause accidents?
running or horseplay
What should you do with your hair before starting a lab to prevent accidents?
tie it back
What tools help you safely handle chemicals instead of using your hands?
What should be done to burners or electrical equipment when you are finished using them?
turn them off
If your clothes catch fire, you should remember what safety technique?
stop, drop, and roll
What should be the only work you do during lab time unless given permission?
the assigned experiment
What type of shoes are required in the lab to protect your feet?
closed-toe shoes
What should you report to the teacher immediately?
spills or broken glass
What should you do to protect your hands when handling hot equipment?
heat-resistant gloves or tongs
What safety equipment is used to flush chemicals out of your eyes?
eye-wash station
What should your workspace look like to help prevent accidents?
tidy or organized
What actions are forbidden in the lab to avoid accidental ingestion of chemicals?
eating or drinking
What should you never put unused chemicals back into to avoid contamination?
original container
What should you always do to equipment before using it to avoid accidents?
In case of an accident or injury, what should you do right away?
report it to the teacher
If you see someone behaving unsafely, what should you do?
report it immediately to the teacher