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What defines biohazards?
What defines biohazards?
- Biological agents and toxins harmful to humans, animals, or plants (correct)
- Physically toxic materials that cause environmental damage
- Only viruses and bacteria that can infect humans
- Only parasites and prions found in animals
Which statement best describes the discipline of laboratory biosafety?
Which statement best describes the discipline of laboratory biosafety?
- It is a set of regulations for laboratory construction.
- It only addresses physical safety in the laboratory.
- It ensures protection through specific practices and training. (correct)
- It focuses solely on the use of safety equipment in labs.
What is the primary purpose of a biosafety program?
What is the primary purpose of a biosafety program?
- To identify and mitigate health-related risks from biological hazards (correct)
- To improve the efficiency of laboratory processes
- To standardize laboratory equipment for all BSLs
- To train researchers on chemical safety only
Which of the following biosafety levels represents the highest risk and containment measures?
Which of the following biosafety levels represents the highest risk and containment measures?
What type of materials are considered biohazards?
What type of materials are considered biohazards?
How is the effectiveness of a laboratory biosafety program assessed?
How is the effectiveness of a laboratory biosafety program assessed?
Which biosafety level is typically assigned to work with known pathogens that pose moderate hazards?
Which biosafety level is typically assigned to work with known pathogens that pose moderate hazards?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between biohazards and laboratory practices?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between biohazards and laboratory practices?
What significant event in 2003 influenced the development of laboratory biosafety systems in China?
What significant event in 2003 influenced the development of laboratory biosafety systems in China?
What key development in 2005 contributed to laboratory biosafety in China?
What key development in 2005 contributed to laboratory biosafety in China?
Which of the following components is NOT part of China's national biosafety infrastructure?
Which of the following components is NOT part of China's national biosafety infrastructure?
How many trained personnel has the national LB teacher training program established?
How many trained personnel has the national LB teacher training program established?
What is one of the main focuses of continued advancements in laboratory biosafety efforts?
What is one of the main focuses of continued advancements in laboratory biosafety efforts?
What essential aspect is implied as necessary for protecting people and the environment from biohazards?
What essential aspect is implied as necessary for protecting people and the environment from biohazards?
Which of the following statements best describes the LB regulations and standards in China?
Which of the following statements best describes the LB regulations and standards in China?
What major change in laboratory biosafety systems arose from the 2003 SARS outbreak in China?
What major change in laboratory biosafety systems arose from the 2003 SARS outbreak in China?
What was one of the outcomes of the 2003 SARS outbreak in relation to laboratory biosafety in China?
What was one of the outcomes of the 2003 SARS outbreak in relation to laboratory biosafety in China?
What key capability has the national LB teacher training program established in China?
What key capability has the national LB teacher training program established in China?
What is emphasized as crucial for improving laboratory biosafety in the context of biotechnology and infectious diseases?
What is emphasized as crucial for improving laboratory biosafety in the context of biotechnology and infectious diseases?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the biosafety regulations and standards in China?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the biosafety regulations and standards in China?
What does the development of high-level biosafety labs in China aim to achieve?
What does the development of high-level biosafety labs in China aim to achieve?
Why is comprehensive awareness and responsibility crucial in laboratory settings?
Why is comprehensive awareness and responsibility crucial in laboratory settings?
Which statement best reflects the nature of biosafety regulations in China?
Which statement best reflects the nature of biosafety regulations in China?
What event marked a significant milestone in the field of laboratory biosafety in China in 2005?
What event marked a significant milestone in the field of laboratory biosafety in China in 2005?
Flashcards
Biosafety
Biosafety
Framework for protecting people, animals, and the environment from biological hazards.
Biohazard
Biohazard
Biological agent or toxin harmful to humans, animals, or the environment.
Biosafety Level (BSL)
Biosafety Level (BSL)
Classification system for laboratory work with infectious agents & toxins.
BSL-1
BSL-1
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BSL-2
BSL-2
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BSL-3
BSL-3
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BSL-4
BSL-4
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Laboratory Biosafety
Laboratory Biosafety
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China's LB system
China's LB system
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2003 SARS outbreak
2003 SARS outbreak
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National LB teacher training
National LB teacher training
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LB regulations
LB regulations
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Provincial health agencies
Provincial health agencies
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Biotechnology's impact
Biotechnology's impact
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Emerging infectious diseases
Emerging infectious diseases
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Protecting people, animals, and the environment
Protecting people, animals, and the environment
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What spurred the development of advanced LB systems in China?
What spurred the development of advanced LB systems in China?
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What did China publish in 2005?
What did China publish in 2005?
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National LB teacher training program
National LB teacher training program
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What do LB regulations cover?
What do LB regulations cover?
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What did provincial health agencies establish?
What did provincial health agencies establish?
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Why is China's LB system continuously advancing?
Why is China's LB system continuously advancing?
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What is a key component of national biosafety infrastructure?
What is a key component of national biosafety infrastructure?
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What is the role of microbial resource preservation platforms?
What is the role of microbial resource preservation platforms?
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Study Notes
Biological Hazards (Biohazards)
- Biohazards include biological agents and toxins harmful to humans, animals, plants, and the environment
- Examples include parasites, viruses, bacteria, fungi, prions, toxins, allergens, and venoms
- Biohazards can cause disease and environmental damage
Laboratory Biosafety
- Protects people, animals, and the environment from biohazards in labs
- Methods include specific practices, staff training, safety equipment, and specially designed buildings
Biosafety
- A framework for handling biohazards
- Aims to prevent accidental exposure or release of infectious agents and toxins
- Identifies health risks to humans, animals, agriculture, and the environment
- Implements actions to lessen these risks
Biosafety Levels (BSLs)
- Designations for lab projects/activities, based on risk severity
- BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3, and BSL-4 in the US - describe minimum safe practices, building design, and safety equipment needed for infectious agents, toxins, and other biological hazards
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