Laboratory Safety and Regulations

Which of the following standards requires that SDSs are accessible to all employees who come in contact with a hazardous compound? a. Hazard Communication Standard b. Bloodborne Pathogen Standard c. CDC Regulations d. Personal Protection Equipment Standard

Chemicals should be stored a. According to their chemical properties and classification b. Alphabetically, for easy accessibility c. Inside a safety cabinet with proper ventilation d. Inside a fume hood, if toxic vapors can be released when opened

Proper PPE in the chemistry laboratory for routine testing includes a. Impermeable lab coat with eye/face protection and appropriate disposable gloves b. Respirators with HEPA filter c. Gloves with rubberized sleeves d. Safety glasses for individuals not wearing contact lenses

A fire caused by a flammable liquid should be extinguished using which type of extinguisher? a. Class B b. Halogen c. Pressurized water d. Class C

Which of the following is the proper means of disposal for the type of waste? a. Microbiologic waste by steam sterilization b. Xylene into the sewer system c. Mercury by burial d. Radioactive waste by incineration

What are the major contributing factors to repetitive strain injuries? a. Position/posture, applied force, and frequency of repetition b. Inattention on the part of the laboratorian c. Temperature and vibration d. Fatigue, clumsiness, and lack of coordination

Which of the following are examples of nonionizing radiation? a. Ultraviolet light and microwaves b. Gamma rays and x-rays c. Alpha and beta radiation d. Neutron radiation

One liter of 4 N sodium hydroxide (strong base) in a glass 1 L beaker accidentally fell and spilled on the laboratory floor. The first step is to: a. Call 911 b. Alert and evacuate those in the immediate area out of harm’s way c. Throw some kitty litter on the spill d. Squirt water on the spill to dilute the chemical e. Neutralize with absorbing materials in a nearby spill kit

Of the following, which is NOT reportable to the Department of Labor? a. A laboratorian with a persistent cough that is only triggered at work b. A laboratorian that experienced a chemical burn c. A laboratorian that tripped in the lab and hit her head on the lab bench rendering her unconscious d. A laboratorian that was stuck by a contaminated needle after performing phlebotomy on a patient e. A laboratorian that forgot to wear his lab coat and gloves while diluting patient serum