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Lab Safety Quiz
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Lab Safety Quiz

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What should be the first step in handling a chemical spill in a laboratory?

  • Assess the type of chemical and its hazards
  • Ventilate the area to disperse fumes
  • Evacuate the area and alert the supervisor immediately (correct)
  • Contain the spill using the available spill kit
  • Why is it important to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in a laboratory?

  • To minimize exposure to hazardous materials and prevent injuries (correct)
  • To comply with regulations but not necessarily for personal safety
  • To appear professional in front of colleagues
  • To avoid getting reprimanded by the supervisor
  • What is the correct procedure for disposing of broken glassware in the laboratory?

  • Use a brush and dustpan to carefully sweep up the broken glass, then dispose of it in a designated sharps container (correct)
  • Wrap the broken glass in paper towels and dispose of it in the regular trash
  • Throw the broken glass in the recycling bin
  • Leave the broken glass for the janitorial staff to clean up
  • What type of fire extinguisher should be used for electrical fires in a laboratory?

    <p>Class C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method for handling chemical spills in a laboratory?

    <p>Adding a neutralizing agent to the spill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be the appropriate action if a laboratory worker accidentally splashes a chemical in their eye?

    <p>Immediately rinsing the eye with a continuous flow of water for at least 15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fire extinguisher should be used for a flammable liquid fire in a laboratory?

    <p>Class B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct procedure for handling a chemical splash to the eyes in a laboratory?

    <p>Rinse eyes with water for 15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To contain and exhaust fumes, vapors, and dusts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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