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Basic Chemical Safety Quiz
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Chemical Quizzes
Test your fundamental knowledge of chemical safety principles, hazard recognition, and basic safety procedures. Essential for anyone working with chemicals in laboratory or industrial settings.
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1
What does the acronym MSDS stand for?
Material Safety Data Sheet
Manufacturing Safety Data System
Material Storage Data Sheet
Manufacturing Safety Data Sheet
2
What color indicates a health hazard on a chemical label?
Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
3
You should always read the chemical label before using any chemical.
True
False
4
What is the first step when a chemical spill occurs?
Clean it up immediately
Evacuate the area
Call emergency services
Assess the hazard and secure the area
5
What type of gloves should you wear when handling corrosive chemicals?
Latex gloves
Nitrile gloves
Cotton gloves
Any type of gloves
6
What does the skull and crossbones symbol indicate on a chemical label?
Flammable hazard
Toxic hazard
Corrosive hazard
Explosive hazard
7
You can eat or drink in areas where chemicals are being used.
True
False
8
What should you do if you get a chemical in your eyes?
Rub your eyes
Use an eye wash station immediately
Wait to see if it gets better
Wipe with a tissue
9
What is the purpose of a fume hood?
To store chemicals
To remove harmful vapors and gases
To heat chemicals
To mix chemicals
10
What should you do before disposing of chemical waste?
Pour it down the drain
Check with your supervisor or safety officer
Mix it with other chemicals
Leave it in the lab
11
Chemicals can be stored together regardless of compatibility.
12
What does the NFPA diamond indicate?
Chemical name
Hazard classification and severity
Expiration date
Manufacturer information
13
What should be done if chemicals are spilled?
Ignore it
Follow proper spill response procedures
Clean it up with paper towels
Cover it up
14
What should be done if chemicals are spilled?
Ignore it
Follow proper spill response procedures
Clean it up with paper towels
Cover it up
15
Chemicals can be stored together regardless of compatibility.
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