Chemical Handling Best Practices and Safety Information
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What information can be found on a chemical label?

  • Name of the manufacturer
  • First-aid instructions (correct)
  • Employee schedule
  • Recent news headlines
  • Why is it important to dispose of sharps in an approved sharps container?

  • To save money on disposal costs
  • To recycle the sharps
  • To use them for other laboratory purposes
  • To ensure safe handling and prevent injuries (correct)
  • What should you do to protect yourself when handling chemicals in a laboratory?

  • Disregard emergency procedures
  • Wear protective clothing and equipment (correct)
  • Use chemicals with bare hands
  • Read newspapers during handling
  • Which of the following is NOT a potential exposure route for toxic chemicals?

    <p>Listening to music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can increase the risk of fires and explosions in a laboratory?

    <p>Highly flammable chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to follow Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) when working with chemicals?

    <p>To ensure safe handling and use of chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a general good practice when working with chemicals?

    <p>Using proper PPE like gloves, eye protection, and lab coat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following clothing items is not suitable for lab work according to the text?

    <p>Sandals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you encounter an unlabeled substance in the laboratory?

    <p>Do not use any unlabeled substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following footwear options is deemed inappropriate for working in a laboratory environment?

    <p>Canvas shoes (Toms)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of eye protection is required in organic labs with UV irradiating cabinets according to the text?

    <p>Safety goggles provided by the lab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you cover all exposed skin, including legs and ankles, when working in a laboratory?

    <p>To protect against exposure to hazardous chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not having appropriate shoes in the laboratory, according to the text?

    <p>You will be sent home to change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of gloves is recommended for laboratory classes?

    <p>Nitrile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happened to Karen Wetterhahn due to her choice of gloves while handling chemicals?

    <p>The chemicals passed through the gloves and caused her death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to inspect gloves for holes or tears before use?

    <p>To prevent chemical exposure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should gloves be removed in the lab?

    <p>Before handling objects like doorknobs or telephones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the eyewash located in the laboratory according to the information provided?

    <p>On the left side.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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