Lab safety 1
Flammable materials 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 others
If there is an accident during the lab, should you tell your teacher or principal first?
teacher
Any work or chemical storage area/closet is prohibited to all students.
True
if you do not understand the directions you should _________
ask the teacher
What should you do if a lab fire erupts?
Tell the teacher immediately.
When heating a piece of glass how should you pick it up?
with gloves or tongs
How should I treat biological specimens used for science?
with respect
Horseplay and practical jokes in the lab are __________
prohibited
Anytime you use a sharp object, in which direction should you cut?
away from your body
When should approved eye protection devices be worn in the lab?
When using liquids, heat, or glassware.
what should you do if you have been injured in the lab (cut, burn, etc.)?
inform the teacher and don't panic. Follow accident procedures. Wash cuts with soap and water, flood burns with cold water for several min.
Long hair must be ________
if a piece of equipment is not working properly you should ___________
inform the teacher
True or False: Hot glass looks the same as cold glass?
True, always be careful!
What can you eat or drink during a lab?
NOTHING!
when gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should ________
be careful and check for cracks and broken glass
What is the lab rule for clothing?
No baggy or loose clothing.
How should you dispose of any chemicals?
follow the instruction of your teacher
Hold the container away from you and wave your hand towards you
If the bell rings and you are still cleaning up, what should you do?
finish cleaning up
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?
take it off
When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, you should ___________
Wash you hands thoroughly with soap and water
How should you carry a microscope?
With two hands