Science Lab Safety Equipment
This worksheet covers essential safety equipment used in science laboratories, including their purpose and proper usage.
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Science Lab Safety Equipment
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of common science lab safety equipment and procedures.
1. What is the primary purpose of wearing safety goggles in a science lab?
To look fashionable
To protect eyes from chemical splashes or flying debris
To improve vision
To keep hair out of the face
2. The image shows an example of:
A beaker
Safety goggles
A fire extinguisher
A first aid kit
1. It is acceptable to eat and drink in the science laboratory.
True
False
2. A fire extinguisher should only be used by trained personnel.
True
False
1. In case of a chemical spill on your skin, you should immediately rinse the affected area with water for at least minutes.
2. A is used to put out small fires in the laboratory.
1. Explain why it is important to know the location of all safety equipment in the lab before starting an experiment.
2. Describe two potential hazards that safety goggles protect against.
Match each safety item on the left with its primary function on the right.
1. Fire Blanket
a. Used to wash chemicals from eyes
2. Eyewash Station
b. Used to smother small fires on a person or surface
3. Fume Hood
c. Removes hazardous fumes and vapors from the air