Laboratory Safety Basics Quiz

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What are the major categories of hazards encountered in a clinical laboratory?

  • Physical, biological, mechanical, fire
  • Chemical, radiological, mechanical, fire
  • Physical, radiological, electrical, chemical
  • Chemical, biological, electrical, fire (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a chemical hazard in a laboratory?

  • Biological waste
  • Cancer-causing agents (correct)
  • Radiation exposure
  • Mechanical equipment

How can laboratory workers be exposed to infectious agents?

  • Accidental puncture with needles (correct)
  • Electrical shocks
  • Chemical spills
  • Excessive noise exposure

Which type of hazard includes agents that act on the blood system or damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes?

<p>Chemical hazards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to minimize for laboratory workers in relation to biological hazards?

<p>Exposure to infectious agents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of chemical hazards in a laboratory?

<p>Cancer-causing agents, toxins, irritants, corrosives, sensitizers, agents that act on the blood system or damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What infectious agents should laboratory workers minimize exposure to?

<p>Hepatitis viruses and HIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can laboratory workers be exposed to infectious agents?

<p>Accidental puncture with needles, spraying of infectious materials, centrifuge accidents, cuts or scratches from contaminated vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major categories of hazards encountered in a clinical laboratory?

<p>Chemical, biological, electrical, fire hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of laboratory safety?

<p>To help understand proper laboratory safety, increase awareness of possible risks, and realize that the laboratory is generally safe if safety guidelines are followed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Hazards in a Clinical Laboratory

  • Major categories of hazards: chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic

Chemical Hazards

  • Examples: corrosive substances, flammable liquids, toxic compounds
  • Exposure can occur through inhalation, skin absorption, or ingestion

Biological Hazards

  • Include infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites
  • Exposure can occur through cuts, puncture wounds, inhalation, or direct contact with infected tissues or bodily fluids
  • Essential to minimize exposure to minimize risk of infection
  • Examples of infectious agents: HIV, HBV, HCV, tuberculosis

Physical Hazards

  • Include electrical hazards, radiation exposure, and physical injuries
  • Exposure can occur through direct contact or proximity to hazardous equipment or situations

Ergonomic Hazards

  • Include repetitive strain injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, and eye strain
  • Exposure can occur through improper lifting, bending, or prolonged computer use

Laboratory Safety

  • Goal: to minimize risk of injury or illness to laboratory workers
  • Involves proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, proper use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to safety protocols

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