12 Questions
What color is the accepted 'BIOHAZARD' label in laboratories?
Fluorescent orange/red-orange
Who provides the guidelines for writing safety procedures and policies in laboratories?
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)
Which of the following is not considered a type of infectious agent according to the text?
Neurons
Why is it important for laboratory personnel to adhere closely to safety guidelines?
To prevent injury from biological hazards
What must the laboratory director do annually according to the text?
Update and review the safety manual
How is the universal biohazard symbol designed, as described in the text?
Circular in design
What is the primary location of potentially harmful microorganisms?
Reservoir
Which of the following is a common portal of exit for infectious agents?
Blood and other body fluids
What is the mode of transmission characterized by dried aerosol particles circulating on air currents or attached to dust particles?
Airborne/aerosol
Which of the following serves as a portal of entry for infectious agents?
Nose, mouth, and eyes
What is the best way to break the chain of infection when hands are visibly soiled?
Handwashing with soap and water
Who is known as the Father of Handwashing?
Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis
Learn about the safety policies mandated by the CDC and OSHA for laboratory settings, including the importance of adhering to these guidelines and updating the manual annually. Explore how the CLSI provides writing guidelines for these procedures.
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