If you spill hazardous chemicals on your body in the laboratory, what should you do immediately?

• A. Wait for a lab supervisor before taking any action
• B. Wash the affected area with soap and water at the sink
• C. Wipe off the chemicals with a paper towel
• D. Move to the safety shower and rinse thoroughly

Answer: (D)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Recognize that immediate action is crucial when hazardous chemicals come into contact with your body to minimize injury or damage.
2. Understand that waiting for a lab supervisor delays necessary first aid and can worsen the exposure effects.
3. Know that wiping off chemicals with a paper towel can spread the chemical further and is not safe.
4. Learn that washing the affected area with soap and water at the sink may not be sufficient for large spills or highly hazardous chemicals.
5. Therefore, the correct immediate response is to move quickly to the safety shower and rinse the affected area thoroughly with water to dilute and remove the chemical as fast as possible.