Laboratory Safety and Hazard Awareness Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard in the laboratory?

Flammable chemicals
High voltage electrical equipment
Laser beams
Inadequate ventilation
#2

What does the acronym MSDS stand for in laboratory safety?

Material Safety Data Sheet
Medical Safety Data Sheet
Material Security Data System
Medical Supply Deployment System
#3

Which of the following is NOT a basic rule of laboratory safety?

Never eat or drink in the laboratory
Always work alone in the laboratory
Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Know the location of safety equipment and how to use it
#4

What does the acronym PPE stand for in laboratory safety?

Personal Performance Equipment
Protective Protocol Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Preventive Protection Equipment
#5

Which of the following is an example of an electrical hazard in the laboratory?

Spilled chemicals
Broken glassware
Exposed wiring
Improper labeling
#6

Why is it important to label chemical containers properly in the laboratory?

To make them look organized
To fulfill regulatory requirements
To save time
To impress visitors
#7

What should you do if you spill a hazardous chemical on your skin?

Ignore it and continue working
Wipe it off with a paper towel
Wash the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes
Ask a colleague to apply an antidote
#8

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on flammable liquid fires?

Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
#9

What does the term 'LD50' refer to in toxicology?

The lethal dose of a substance that kills 50% of a test population
The lowest detectable dose of a substance
The limit of detection for a toxic substance
The long-term dose required for chronic toxicity
#10

What should you do if you encounter a fire in the laboratory?

Attempt to put it out yourself
Evacuate the area and alert others by activating the fire alarm
Wait for someone else to handle it
Move flammable materials away from the fire
#11

What should you do if you accidentally break glassware in the laboratory?

Leave it for someone else to clean up
Dispose of it in the regular trash bin
Clean it up immediately using appropriate procedures and tools
Ignore it unless it poses an immediate threat
#12

What is the recommended procedure for handling sharp objects in the laboratory?

Dispose of them in the regular trash bin
Wrap them in newspaper and throw them away
Place them in a designated sharps container
Leave them on the bench for later use
#13

What is the purpose of a fume hood in a laboratory?

To store chemicals safely
To provide ventilation and remove harmful fumes
To conduct experiments
To measure temperature and humidity

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