Animal Facility Sound Insulation and Protection Quiz
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What is one of the factors that determine facility design?

  • Number of researchers employed
  • Type of animals to be housed (correct)
  • Location of the facility
  • Temperature inside the facility
  • Why is good animal care dependent upon a well-designed facility?

  • To attract more funding
  • To enhance the aesthetics of the facility
  • To provide the necessary space for research activities (correct)
  • To ensure proper ventilation
  • Why do research facilities need to allow flexibility in their use over time?

  • To increase construction costs
  • To accommodate changes in research groups and scientific advancements (correct)
  • To maximize electricity consumption
  • To prevent pests from infesting the facility
  • What is a common reason for renovating a research facility?

    <p>Supporting a new area of research or type of animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for research facilities to be well-constructed and properly maintained?

    <p>To reduce the risk of accidents and ensure animal welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are single-level facilities generally preferred over multi-floor facilities?

    <p>They reduce the need for elevators, which can be costly to design and maintain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of interstitial space in a facility design?

    <p>To allow maintenance without entering animal-occupied areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are functional adjacencies important in facility design?

    <p>To improve the workflow and functionality of the facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a functional area in facility design as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Equipment storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should cage wash areas be positioned distant from rodent breeding rooms?

    <p>To prevent cross-contamination between clean and dirty areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having administrative support areas in a facility design?

    <p>To cater to the needs of administrative staff and provide necessary facilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to install door sweeps on doors in an animal facility?

    <p>To avoid entry of vermin like insects and wild animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do stainless steel wall guards play in animal facility design?

    <p>Providing insulation against noise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do variables in the macroenvironment affect the microenvironment in an animal facility?

    <p>By inducing stress and disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to avoid using lotions, perfumes, and disinfectants with strong smells in an animal facility?

    <p>To minimize the impact of odors on animals' well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should an animal facility avoid having windows in animal rooms?

    <p>To prevent disruption of animals' circadian rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of automated, monitored systems controlling day/night cycles in an animal facility?

    <p>To regulate light cycles for animals' well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do variables in the macroenvironment directly affect the microenvironment?

    <p>By causing decreased breeding and disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direct effect of lighting wavelength and intensity on animal physiology?

    <p>Influencing animal physiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must fixtures in an animal facility be easily sanitized and water resistant?

    <p>To ensure cleanliness and hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sound insulating doors, walls, and panels in an animal facility?

    <p>To prevent entry of vermin into the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended to have no windows in animal rooms in an animal facility?

    <p>To avoid disruptions in the animals' photoperiod</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a stainless steel door kickplate & handle guard play in animal facility design?

    <p>Preventing escape of research animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines facility design according to the text?

    <p>Type of animals to be housed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do research facilities need to be designed with flexibility in mind?

    <p>To avoid large-scale and expensive renovations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having stainless steel wall guards in animal facility design?

    <p>Protect walls from damage during cleaning procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do changes in funding impact the design of research facilities?

    <p>They influence the evolution and flexibility of facility design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should cage wash areas be positioned distant from rodent breeding rooms in a research facility?

    <p>To reduce the spread of contaminants between areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are single-level facilities generally preferred over multi-floor facilities in animal facility design?

    <p>They avoid the need for costly elevators.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of interstitial space in a facility design?

    <p>To separate animal-occupied areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should cage wash areas be positioned distant from rodent breeding rooms in an animal facility?

    <p>To minimize vibrations and noise near breeding rooms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of functional adjacencies in facility design?

    <p>They impact the efficiency of movements within the facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does personnel support areas play in a well-designed animal facility?

    <p>Providing necessary amenities for staff members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for research facilities to involve a broad range of knowledgeable individuals in their design?

    <p>To ensure safety and efficiency in facility operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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