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The use of face protection is mandatory when working with large volumes of infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
The use of face protection is mandatory when working with large volumes of infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
True
Biosafety Level 3 is required for agents that cause mild or moderate disease.
Biosafety Level 3 is required for agents that cause mild or moderate disease.
False
Autoclaves are used for decontamination of equipment and work surfaces in Biosafety Level 2.
Autoclaves are used for decontamination of equipment and work surfaces in Biosafety Level 2.
True
Class I biosafety cabinets are used in Biosafety Level 2.
Class I biosafety cabinets are used in Biosafety Level 2.
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Scalpels and razor blades are examples of sharp objects that require special handling in Biosafety Level 2.
Scalpels and razor blades are examples of sharp objects that require special handling in Biosafety Level 2.
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Biosafety Level 3 requires the use of open benches for all procedures.
Biosafety Level 3 requires the use of open benches for all procedures.
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Biosafety Level 2 requires the use of leakproof containers for all potentially infectious waste.
Biosafety Level 2 requires the use of leakproof containers for all potentially infectious waste.
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Decontamination of equipment and work surfaces is not necessary in Biosafety Level 2.
Decontamination of equipment and work surfaces is not necessary in Biosafety Level 2.
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Class II biosafety cabinets are used in Biosafety Level 3.
Class II biosafety cabinets are used in Biosafety Level 3.
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Gloves are required when handling animals infected with infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
Gloves are required when handling animals infected with infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
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Biosafety Level 3 is required for agents that cause mild or moderate disease.
Biosafety Level 3 is required for agents that cause mild or moderate disease.
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All procedures in Biosafety Level 3 must be performed in BSCs or other containment devices.
All procedures in Biosafety Level 3 must be performed in BSCs or other containment devices.
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Face protection is not required when working with large volumes of infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
Face protection is not required when working with large volumes of infectious agents in Biosafety Level 2.
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Personnel must have specific training for handling agents in Biosafety Level 2.
Personnel must have specific training for handling agents in Biosafety Level 2.
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Biosafety Level 3 has the same safety equipment and primary barriers as Biosafety Level 2.
Biosafety Level 3 has the same safety equipment and primary barriers as Biosafety Level 2.
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Special practices in Biosafety Level 3 are less restrictive than those in Biosafety Level 2.
Special practices in Biosafety Level 3 are less restrictive than those in Biosafety Level 2.
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