Laboratory Safety Practices Quiz

Take our laboratory safety quiz to learn about proper attire, fire safety, PPE, chemical spills, and more in less than 70 characters.

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Which of the following is NOT a proper laboratory attire?

Shorts and tank tops

Closed-toe shoes

Lab coat

Safety goggles

What does MSDS stand for in laboratory safety?

Material Safety Data Sheet

Medical Safety Data Sheet

Material Security Data Sheet

Medical Security Data Sheet

What is the proper procedure for disposing of broken glassware in the laboratory?

Wrap it in paper and throw it in the regular trash bin

Place it in a designated broken glass container

Leave it on the lab bench for janitorial staff to clean up

Throw it in the sink and run water over it

What does PPE stand for in laboratory safety?

Personal Protection Equipment

Preventive Protective Equipment

Personalized Protective Equipment

Professional Protective Equipment

What does the acronym OSHA stand for in the context of laboratory safety?

Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Occupational Safety and Hazard Assessment

Occupational Safety and Health Assessment

What is the purpose of conducting a hazard assessment in the laboratory?

To identify potential safety hazards and risks

To evaluate employee performance

To measure laboratory productivity

To calculate laboratory expenses

Which of the following is an example of a Class B fire?

Wood

Gasoline

Electrical equipment

Paper

What does the 'fire triangle' represent in laboratory safety?

The three main types of fire extinguishers

The three essential elements for a fire to start

The three most common causes of laboratory fires

The three steps to take when a fire alarm sounds

What is the purpose of an emergency eyewash station in a laboratory?

To wash laboratory equipment

To clean hands after handling chemicals

To provide a quick rinse for the eyes in case of chemical exposure

To refill drinking water bottles

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What does the acronym PASS represent when using a fire extinguisher?

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Protect, Assess, Secure, Signal

Press, Apply, Spray, Secure

Prevent, Alert, Stop, Safeguard

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Which of the following is an example of a Class C fire?

Flammable liquids

Paper, wood, and cloth

Electrical equipment

Cooking oils and fats

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What does the acronym RACE represent in the context of fire safety?

Retrieve, Alert, Contain, Evacuate

Rescue, Alert, Control, Extinguish

Remove, Assess, Communicate, Evacuate

Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish

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

To provide a comfortable working environment

To store chemicals safely

To protect against inhalation of hazardous fumes

To dispose of waste materials

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What is the proper procedure for handling chemical spills in the laboratory?

Wait for it to evaporate

Cover it with paper towels and inform a lab supervisor

Use appropriate absorbent materials and follow the spill cleanup protocol

Ignore it and continue working

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What is the function of a spill containment kit in the laboratory?

To prevent chemical spills

To clean up spills after they occur

To store hazardous chemicals

To dispose of chemical waste

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What does the acronym CBRN represent in the context of laboratory safety?

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear

Controlled Biological Risk Neutralization

Chemical and Biological Risk Navigation

Containment of Biological and Radiological Nuclei

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What does the acronym NFPA stand for in laboratory safety?

National Fire Prevention Association

National Fire Protection Agency

National Fire Protection Association

National Firefighting and Prevention Association