#1
What should you do if you spill a chemical on your skin in the laboratory?
Ignore it, it will evaporate eventually.
Wash the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes.
Use a paper towel to wipe it off quickly.
Cover it with a bandage.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a proper attire for a laboratory?
Shorts and flip-flops
Long pants and closed-toe shoes
Lab coat
Safety goggles
#3
Why is it important to wash your hands after working in a laboratory?
To avoid dry skin
To remove any chemicals or contaminants from your hands
To make your hands smell nice
To save water
#4
What is the purpose of an emergency eyewash station in the laboratory?
To wash laboratory equipment
To provide drinking water
To flush eyes in case of chemical exposure
To wash hands
#5
Why should you never taste chemicals in the laboratory?
To avoid wasting chemicals
To protect your taste buds
To prevent accidental poisoning or harm
To maintain laboratory cleanliness
#6
What is the role of safety data sheets (SDS) in the laboratory?
To serve as decoration on laboratory walls
To provide information on the properties and hazards of chemicals
To record experimental data
To use as scratch paper
#7
What is the purpose of a chemical fume hood in the laboratory?
To store chemicals
To provide extra seating
To contain and remove hazardous fumes
To hang lab coats
#8
What is the first thing you should do if you spill a chemical on yourself?
Panic
Seek help
Run around
Flush the affected area with water
#9
What should you do before using any laboratory equipment for the first time?
Read the instruction manual and ask for assistance if needed.
Immediately start using it as it's straightforward.
Assume its operation based on your previous experience with similar equipment.
Ignore the instructions and proceed with caution.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a common hazard in a laboratory setting?
Chemical spills
Electrical shocks
Loud noises
Flammable materials
#11
Which of the following is an appropriate action if you notice a damaged electrical cord in the laboratory?
Leave it as it is and notify someone later.
Tape it up with electrical tape.
Replace it with a new cord immediately.
Ignore it, it's not a safety concern.
#12
What is the purpose of a fume hood in a laboratory?
To provide extra lighting
To store chemicals
To contain and remove hazardous fumes
To keep the laboratory temperature controlled
#13
What is the correct procedure for handling broken glassware in the laboratory?
Pick it up with bare hands and dispose of it in the regular trash bin.
Use gloves and a dustpan to carefully clean it up, then dispose of it in a designated glass waste container.
Leave it where it is and inform others to avoid the area.
Sweep it up with a broom and dustpan, then throw it in the nearest trash bin.
#14
What is the recommended procedure if a laboratory experiment generates excessive fumes or odors?
Ignore the smell and continue working.
Open windows and doors to ventilate the area.
Spray air freshener to mask the odor.
Leave the area and come back later.
#15
Why is it important to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in the laboratory?
To follow fashion trends
To avoid accidents and exposure to hazardous substances
To impress colleagues
To increase body temperature
#16
What should you do if you accidentally inhale a chemical vapor in the laboratory?
Ignore it, it's probably harmless.
Take a deep breath to dilute the chemical in your lungs.
Seek fresh air immediately and inform a supervisor.
Exhale forcefully to push the chemical out.
#17
What is the correct way to handle a chemical spill in the laboratory?
Cover the spill with a cloth and continue working.
Promptly alert others and follow the laboratory's spill response procedure, which may involve containing the spill, evacuating the area, and cleaning up the spill using appropriate materials and protective equipment.
Wait for someone else to notice the spill.
Ignore the spill, it will evaporate on its own.
#18
What should you do if you accidentally ingest a chemical in the laboratory?
Panic and run around the laboratory.
Immediately drink water to dilute the chemical.
Seek medical attention and inform a supervisor.
Continue working as if nothing happened.
#19
Why is it important to maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace?
To impress visitors
To avoid accidents and spills
To save time looking for equipment
To prevent equipment from wearing out
#20
What is the purpose of conducting regular safety inspections in the laboratory?
To waste time
To identify and correct potential hazards
To create unnecessary paperwork
To impress visitors
#21
Why should you not wear contact lenses in the laboratory?
Because they are uncomfortable
Because they can trap chemicals against the eye
Because they are not stylish
Because they are not allowed in any workplace
#22
What is the primary purpose of a safety shower in the laboratory?
To wash laboratory equipment
To provide drinking water
To rinse chemicals off the body
To wash hands
#23
What does the acronym 'MSDS' stand for in laboratory safety?
Material Safety Data Sheet
Manufacturing Safety Data Standard
Medical Safety Documentation System
Material Standards for Safety
#24
What is the proper way to extinguish a small fire caused by a chemical spill in the laboratory?
Pour water over it immediately.
Use a fire extinguisher appropriate for chemical fires.
Fan it with a lab coat.
Ignore it, it will burn out on its own.
#25
Why is it important to label all chemical containers in the laboratory?
To make the lab look organized
To comply with regulations
To impress the supervisor
To save time during inventory checks