Laboratory Biosafety and Biosecurity Quiz
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What is the main focus of laboratory biosafety?

  • Regulation of laboratory waste disposal
  • Protection against valuable biological material loss
  • Control over laboratory personnel access
  • Preventing unintentional exposure to pathogens and toxins (correct)

    • Which of the following best defines biohazard?

  • A potential source of harm caused by biological agents (correct)
  • A method of controlling laboratory access
  • A regulatory framework for laboratory practices
  • A procedure for responding to laboratory accidents

    • How is biorisk evaluated?

  • By estimating the likelihood and severity of harm from biological agents (correct)
  • By evaluating the training of laboratory personnel
  • By monitoring the inventory of biological materials
  • By assessing the efficiency of laboratory protocols

    • What is the primary concern of laboratory biosecurity?

    <p>Protecting valuable biological materials from unauthorized access (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario illustrates a biorisk?

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    Laboratory biosafety

    Practices, technologies, and principles used to prevent accidental exposure to pathogens and toxins in a lab.

    Laboratory biosecurity

    Protection and control over valuable biological materials in a lab to prevent unauthorized access, loss, theft, or misuse.

    Biohazard

    The potential harm to humans, animals, or the environment caused by biological agents or toxins.

    Biorisk

    The probability and severity of harm caused by a biological agent or toxin.

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    Both biosafety and biosecurity risks are considered

    The combination of biosafety and biosecurity risks.

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