Equipment
What should you wear to protect your eyes in the lab?
Safety goggles
What should you do if you spill a chemical?
Tell a teacher.
What is the first thing you should do in an emergency?
Notify the teacher
Why is eating or drinking in the lab prohibited?
To avoid contamination and accidental ingestion of chemicals.
Why is wearing closed-toe shoes important in the lab?
To protect your feet from spills and heavy equipment.
Name one piece of safety equipment found in a lab.
Fire blanket, safety goggles, first aid kit, etc.
Why should you never mix chemicals without permission?
It can cause dangerous reactions.
If you knock something over or drop something, what should you do?
Let it fall and notify the teacher
what should do after you are finished with a lab?
clean the lab station
What should you do with long hair in the lab?
Tie it back to prevent it from catching fire or getting in the way.
What does a hot plate do?
heat substances in containers such as beakers, flasks or test tubes
What should you do if a chemical splashes in your eye?
notify the teacher and rinse your eyes at the eyewash station for at least 15 minutes
Why is it important to know the location of the safety shower?
To quickly wash off chemicals in case of a spill on the body.
Why is it important to keep your work area clean?
To prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
Backpacks and book should be kept ____
out of the aisles and away from the lab stations
When holding something sharp, how do you carry it?
pointed away from you and down
What should you do if a chemical gets on your skin?
inform the teacher immediately and rinse the area with plenty of water.
This piece of safety equipment is used to cover someone if their clothing would catch on fire during a lab
Fire Blanket
What should you do if you are unsure about a procedure?
Ask the teacher for clarification
Why should you not work alone in the lab?
For safety, in case of an emergency.
What does a fume hood do?
It removes harmful vapors and gases from the air.
What is the proper way to smell a chemical?
Waft the chemical towards your nose instead of inhaling directly.
What should you do if there is a fire drill during the lab?
you should make sure all the equipment is turned off and unplugged before you exit the room
Explain why it’s important to follow instructions exactly.
To ensure safety and accuracy in experiments
Describe what proper lab clothing would look like.
close toed shoes, no loose clothing or jewelry, etc