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Aquatic Science Safety
Contributed by: MatteSwart
  • 1. If you are working all day on a boat in the ocean,
A) heat exhastion and heat stroke are not a problem in aquatic environments
B) you can just drink ocean water to stay hydrated
C) you should remember to drink plenty of fresh water, because salt water will dehydrate your body
D) you will not need to drink water, because there is water all around you.
  • 2. When you observe something in the classroom or laboratory that is dangerous, inform your teacher
A) right away
B) after the school day is done
C) when you have time
D) after class
  • 3. Spills on the floor can cause people to slip or bump into each other. Spills should
A) be cleaned immediately
B) ignored until the end of class
C) be cleaned up when you have time to do it
D) covered up with paper towels until tomorrow
  • 4. If your hair is long, during laboratory
A) hold it with both hands
B) cut it off to chin length
C) you should securely tie it back
D) comb it nicely and apply hair spray to keep it in place
  • 5. If you are hurt (cut, burn, etc.) during laboratory, you should
A) tell the teacher now
B) report it to the nurse after class
C) tell the teacher when you are done with the lab
D) show a doctor after school is out
  • 6. Proper footwear in the lab includes which of the following
A) sandals
B) closed-toe shoes
C) bare feet
D) open-toed shoes
  • 7. If equipment seems to be malfunctioning,
A) shut it off or stop using it and tell the teacher now
B) keep using it until the end of class
C) tell the custodian
D) tell your class leader
  • 8. If you break glass equipment, you should
A) clean it up and toss the glass into the trash can
B) sweep it all into the sink
C) hide it in a drawer, so no on knows
D) tell the teacher immediately so it can be cleaned up and properly disposed of in a sharps container
  • 9. The floors and aisles of a lab room shoould be kept clear of
A) teachers
B) students
C) lab materials and personal items
D) lab materials only
  • 10. Fire occuring in lab equipment or in a liquid should be extinguished using
A) your coat
B) water from the sink
C) a fire extinguisher
D) the fire blanket
  • 11. To extinguish fire in a person's hair or clothing, use
A) have them stand still and use the fire blanket to extingish the flames
B) spray them with the fire extinguisher
C) encourage them to run, so that the air will blow the flames out
D) have them lay down immediately and use the fire blanket OR get them into the safety shower
  • 12. The correct way to move within the laboratory is to
A) hurry
B) walk
C) skip
D) run
  • 13. Helping to clean up the laboratory is the job of
A) the teacher
B) seniors only
C) freshman only
D) all students
  • 14. When you are performing a lab, you should give the procedure
A) interest
B) all of these
C) your attention
D) effort
  • 15. Chemicals, small parts, stirring rods, and pipettes should NOT be
A) taken out of the cabinet at any time
B) held in your hand
C) put into your mouth
D) allowed to sit on a clean surface in the lab
  • 16. If acid gets on your clothes, you should
A) remove the clothes and wash for 15-20 minutes with water
B) add Sulfuric acid to neutralize
C) use a strong soap
D) use oil to dilute the acid
  • 17. Goggles must be worn in the laboratory
A) when you are instructed to do so.
B) in order to read fine print
C) to avoid myopia
D) for style, in a head-band position
  • 18. Disturbing classmates during a lab
A) is annoying
B) is helpful
C) is dangerous
D) the quickest way to to complete the task
  • 19. Preparing for the laboratory includes reading the instructions
A) after you try mixing a few chemicals to see what happens
B) next week
C) when someone asks you what to do next
D) before beginning the lab
  • 20. Playing in the laboratory or bothering another person
A) permissible
B) is always against the rules
C) not dangerous
D) ok if your work is done
  • 21. Accidents are prevented by
A) hurrying to get done
B) asking some one else to do the lab for you.
C) using a short cut
D) following directions
  • 22. Never heat a test tube
A) all of these
B) in the laboratory
C) that is closed
D) over a flame
  • 23. When heating a substance in a test tube, ensure that
A) it is securely corked
B) the open end points towards no person
C) the open end is pointed away from yourself
D) the open end is pointed towards yourself
  • 24. Before touching an electrical plug, switch or device
A) ask the custodian
B) wash your hands and do not dry them
C) make sure your hands are dry
D) make sure your hands are clean
  • 25. To extinguish a fire safely, you should know
A) how to properly use a fire blanket
B) all of these
C) where the fire extinguisher is located
D) how to use a fire extinguisher
  • 26. The purpose of a laboratory apron is
A) for someone else to put away
B) to protect your skin and clothing
C) only for use when wearing your best clothes
D) to add to your style
  • 27. In case of a fire in the laboratory, the best course of action is
A) open the doors to let more air in
B) start removing flammable materials
C) notify your teacher and prepare to evacuate
D) clean the laboratory
  • 28. When smelling a liquid
A) use the fume hood
B) inhale deeply
C) waft gently towards yourself
D) pour it on the table
  • 29. Make sure equipment is clean
A) after you use it
B) if it looks dirty
C) both before and after you use it
D) before you use it
  • 30. If you are not sure what to do in laboratory
A) ask your teacher
B) change partners
C) guess
D) sit quietly and do nothing
  • 31. The most important concept in laboratory is
A) getting the correct answer
B) excellent penmenship
C) safety
D) completing the laboratory activity most quickly
  • 32. When working in the laboratory you should perform only those activities assigned by your __
  • 33. Carefully follow all __ , both written and oral
  • 34. Wear safety ___ and a lab apron at all times.
  • 35. Avoid apparel that presents safety hazards, such as loose garments and d_______ jewelry.
  • 36. Keep your hair, clothing, and all other f___________ materials away from open flames.
  • 37. Never t_____ any substance unless you are specifically instructed to do so by your teacher.
  • 38. Any activity that involves poisonous vapors must be carried out in a f____ hood
  • 39. Always read and double check the l____ on a reagent bottle before removing anything from it
  • 40. Never r_____ unused material to a reagent bottle.
  • 41. When mixing acid and water, always add the _____ first
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