MAP Safety and Compliance 2

Question 1

During a science lab, a student spills an unknown liquid on the counter. What should the student do first?

Accepted Answer

Tell the teacher immediately

Answer

Unknown spills may be hazardous, so the teacher must be notified before anyone touches them.

Question 2

Which piece of equipment should be worn whenever heating substances or working with chemicals in a lab?

Accepted Answer

Safety goggles

Answer

Safety goggles protect the eyes from splashes, which are the most common lab injury risk.

Question 3

When heating a liquid in a test tube, which way should the open end be pointed?

Accepted Answer

Away from yourself and others

Answer

Pointing the opening away from people prevents injury if the liquid boils over or sprays.

Question 4

A student gets a chemical splashed in their eyes. What is the correct immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Flush the eyes at the eyewash station for at least 15 minutes

Answer

Continuous flushing for about 15 minutes dilutes and removes the chemical.

Question 5

Why should long hair be tied back during a lab that uses a Bunsen burner?

Accepted Answer

To prevent hair from catching fire

Answer

Loose hair can easily contact an open flame and ignite.

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