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COPY: Biosafety and Biosecurity Measures Quiz

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What is the purpose of containment in biosafety?

To encourage the spread of dangerous biological agents

To reduce or eliminate exposure to potentially hazardous agents (correct)

To prevent laboratory workers from using vaccines

To increase exposure to hazardous agents

In biosafety, what are primary barriers?

Barriers that encourage invaders to cross

Gloves, masks, goggles, aprons (correct)

Structural aspects of the laboratory

Special breathing apparatuses

What do biosafety levels indicate in a laboratory setting?

The skill level of researchers

The number of doors in the laboratory

The danger level of biological agents being handled (correct)

The amount of paperwork required for experiments

What is the significance of secondary barriers in biosafety?

They make the working environment safer against infection Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'biocontainment' refer to in biosafety?

The method of safely managing infectious materials in a lab setting Signup and view all the answers

Why are biosafety levels important in laboratory research?

To ensure appropriate safety measures are taken based on the risk level of biological agents Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a biosafety cabinet in a microbiology lab?

To prevent lab-acquired infections Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered as part of personal protective equipment (PPE) in a laboratory setting?

Laboratory notebook Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advised to have controlled access to the laboratory in microbiology settings?

To ensure only trained individuals handle hazardous materials Signup and view all the answers

In the context of biosafety, what is the purpose of using leak-proof impervious containers for transporting specimens?

To prevent spills and potential exposure to infectious materials Signup and view all the answers

Why should mechanical pipetting devices be used instead of pipetting by mouth in a laboratory?

To avoid contaminating the samples with saliva Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for recommending vaccination against Hepatitis-B for laboratory personnel?

To provide immunity against the virus and protect against infection Signup and view all the answers