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Flinn HS Science Lab Safety Exam

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Question 1

1.

Flammable materials, like alcohol, should never be dispensed or used near

an open flame

a sink

an open door

another student

Question 2

2.

If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately

open the windows

run for the fire extinguisher

notify your instructor

throw water on the fire

Question 3

3.

Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laboratory

any time chemicals, heat, or glassware is used

only if you don't have corrective glasses

to avoid eye strain

to improve your vision

Question 4

4.

If you wear contact lenses in the school laboratory,

advise your science instructor that you wear contact lenses

keep the information to yourself

take them out before starting the lab

you do not have to wear protective goggles

Question 5

5.

If you do not understand a direction or part of a lab procedure, you should

try several methods until something works

skip it and go on to the next part

figure it out as you do the lab

ask the instructor before proceeding

Question 6

6.

After completing an experiment, all chemical wastes should be

left at your lab station for the next class

disposed of according to your instructor's directions

taken home

dumped in the sink

Question 7

7.

If a lab experiment is not completed, you should

discuss the issue with your instructor

sneak in after school and work alone

come in during lunch and finish while eating lunch

make up some results

Question 8

8.

You are heating a substance in a test tube. Always point the open end of the tube

toward your lab partner(s)

toward yourself

away from all people

toward another classmate

Question 9

9.

You are heating a piece of glass and now want to pick it up. You should

use a rag or paper towels

pick up the end that looks cooler

use tongs

pour cold water on it

Question 10

10.

You have been injured in the laboratory (cut, burn, etc.) First you should

tell the science instructor at once

apply first-aid yourself

see a doctor after school

visit the school nurse after class

Question 11

11.

When gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should

read all directions carefully and know what equipment is necessary 

examine all glassware for chips or cracks

clean any glassware that appears dirty

all of the above

Question 12

12.

You want to place a piece of glass tubing into a rubber stopper after the tubing has been fire polished and cooled. This is best done by

lubricating the tubing with water or glycerin

using a towel or cotton gloves for protection

twisting the tubing and stopper carefully

all of the above

Question 13

13.

Personal eyeglasses provide as much protection as

a face shield

safety glasses

splash-proof chemical goggles

none of the above

Question 14

14.

Long hair in the laboratory must be

tied back or kept entirely out of the way with a hair band, clip etc.

held away from the experiment with one hand

always neatly groomed

cut short

Question 15

15.

In a laboratory, the following should not be worn

loose clothing

dangling jewelry

sandals

all of the above

Question 16

16.

The following footwear is best in the laboratory

sandals

closed-toe shoes

open-toes shoes

shoes appropriate for the weather

Question 17

17.

Horseplay or practical jokes in the laboratory are

always against the rules

okay if you are working alone

not dangerous

okay

Question 18

18.

If a piece of equipment is not working properly, stop, turn it off, and tell

the custodian

your lab partner(s)

the science instructor

your best friend in the class

Question 19

19.

If an acid is spashed on your skin wash it at once with

plenty of water

soap

weak base

oil

Question 20

20.

When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always

wipe your hands on a towel

wipe your hands on your clothes

treat your hands with skin lotion

wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water

Question 21

21.

Place the pieces of safety equipment where they are located within Room 131 (Nardiello's class) - NOTE - We are skipping the last two (fire alarm and waste disposal)

Other Answer Choices:

Exit

Fire extinguisher

Fire blanket

Eyewash/Safety Shower

Exit

Question 22

22.

Hot glass looks the same as cold glass

True

False

Question 23

23.

All chemicals in the lab are considered to be dangerous

True

False

Question 24

24.

Return all unused chemicals to their original containers

True

False

Question 25

25.

Work areas should be kept clean and tidy.

True

False

Question 26

26.

Pipets are used to dispense small amounts of liquids. You should draw the liquid into the pipet using your mouth.

True

False

Question 27

27.

Laboratory work can be started immediately upon entering the laboratory even if the instructor in not present.

True

False

Question 28

28.

Never remove chemicals or other equipment from the laboratory.

True

False

Question 29

29.

Chipped or cracked glassware is okay to use.

True

False

Question 30

30.

Read all procedures before entering the lab with the exception of development of student-written procedures.

True

False

Question 31

31.

All unauthorized experiments are prohibited.

True

False

Question 32

32.

You are allowed to enter the chemical preparation/storage area any time you need to get an item.

True

False

Question 33

33.

Laboratory aprons should be worn during all lab activities.

True

False

Question 34

34.

It's okay to pick up broken glass with your bare hands as long as the glass is placed in the trash.

True

False

Question 35

35.

Never leave a lit burner unattended.

True

False