Laboratory Rules and Safety Quiz

Laboratory Rules and Safety

• Timeliness: Arrive on time.

• Attire: Wear a buttoned lab coat and closed-toe shoes. Avoid dangling jewelry.

• Food and Drink: Eating, drinking, and using lab materials for these purposes is forbidden. Chewing gum is also not allowed.

• Safety Precautions: Check labels on chemical containers carefully and do not deform them. Chemical substances should not be touched with bare hands. Leave the laboratory clean. Experiment reports must be written legibly.

• Preliminary Work: Complete all preliminary steps before entering the lab. Only perform the experiment as instructed.

• Equipment: Do not use any equipment unless instructed to do so.

• Discretion: Do not run or joke in the laboratory.

• Protection: Wear safety goggles and gloves when necessary. Clean equipment after use and clean the workspace. Wear closed-toe shoes.

• Assistance: Ask for assistance when needed.

• Cleanup: Keep the area clean and wash hands.

• Specific Handling: Heated materials should be handled with wooden tongs. Turn off burners or heaters when not in use. Close and unload precision scales when not in use. Do not spill chemicals on the scale, and clean up spills immediately. Do not reuse spatulas without cleaning them first. Keep the fume hood closed when working with acids or alkalies.

• Spills: Clean up spills immediately.

• Waste: Dispose of chemicals and other materials properly.

• First Aid: Follow first aid rules in case of splashing of chemicals on skin or eyes. Do not apply ointments/sprays. Do not remove clothes from burns. Do not touch the injury.

• Eye Irritation: Protect the uninjured eye. Wash the affected eye with water for at least 15 minutes. Cover both eyes with a clean dressing. Contact health institutions.

• Fire: Do not run if your clothes catch fire. Extinguish the flame appropriately and get help. Report any fires immediately.

• Cuts/Bleeding: Clean the wound immediately and apply pressure, following the severity of the injury.

• Ingesting Chemicals: If a person ingests a chemical, administer water if conscious and alert. If vomiting is observed, stop giving liquid. Transport the exposed person to a health facility immediately.

Test your knowledge of essential laboratory rules and safety protocols. This quiz covers important aspects of laboratory attire, safe conduct, and proper equipment use. Ensure you are well-prepared to maintain a safe and efficient lab environment.