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Flinn Lab Safety Quiz
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Question 1
1.
Flammable materials, like alcohol, should never be dispensed or used near:
an open door
an open flame
another student
a sink
Question 2
2.
If a laboratory fire erupts, immediately:
notify your instructor
run for the fire extinguisher
throw water on the fire
open the windows
Question 3
3.
Approved eye protection devices (such as goggles) are worn in the laboratory:
to avoid eye strain
to improve your vision
only if you don’t have corrective glasses
any time chemicals, heat or glassware are used
Question 4
4.
If you wear contact lenses in the school laboratory:
take them out before starting the lab
you do not have to wear protective goggles
advise your science instructor that you wear contact lenses
keep the information to yourself
Question 5
5.
If you do not understand a direction or part of a lab procedure, you should:
figure it out as you do the lab
try several methods until something works
ask the instructor before proceeding
skip it and go on to the next part
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
dumped in the sink
taken home
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 yourself
toward your lab partner
toward another classmate
away from all people
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:
visit the school nurse after class
see a doctor after school
tell the science instructor at once
apply first aid yourself
Question 11
11.
When gathering glassware and equipment for an experiment, you should:
read all directions carefully to know what equipment is necessary
examine all glassware to check 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
splashproof chemical goggles
none of the above
Question 14
14.
Long hair in the laboratory must be:
cut short
held away from the experiment with one hand
always neatly groomed
tied back or kept entirely out of the way with a hair band, hairpins, or other confining device
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
open-toed shoes
closed-toed shoes
shoes appropriate for the weather
Question 17
17.
Horseplay or practical jokes in the laboratory are:
always against the rules.
okay.
not dangerous.
okay if you are working alone.
Question 18
18.
If a piece of equipment is not working properly, stop, turn it off, and tell:
the custodian.
your lab partner.
your best friend in the class.
the science instructor.
Question 19
19.
If an acid is splashed on your skin, wash at once with:
soap.
oil.
weak base.
plenty of water.
Question 20
20.
When you finish working with chemicals, biological specimens, and other lab substances, always:
treat your hands with skin lotion.
wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
wipe your hands on a towel.
wipe your hands on your clothes.
Question 21
21.
Draw a diagram of your science room and label the locations of the following:
Fire Blanket, Fire Extinguisher(s), Exits, Eyewash Station, Emergency Shower, Closest Fire Alarm Station, Waste Disposal Container(s)
visibility
View drawing
Question 22
22.
Hot glass looks the same as cold glass.
True
False
Question 23
23.
All chemicals in the lab are to be considered 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 measure and 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 is not yet 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 thoroughly before entering the laboratory.
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