Microbiology Lab Safety Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
The lab can be a safe place to work if... - ✔✔appropriate safety precautions are taken
What is one of the main objectives of the laboratory portion of this course? - ✔✔to teach
and develop those skills that will make the student competent and confident while
working in the microbiology laboratory
What microorganisms can be dangerous to your health? - ✔✔nearly any microbe, given
the opportunity and proper conditions
What personal health conditions must be notified to the course coordinator if you have,
or develop? - ✔✔Immunosuppression and allergies. What are examples?
How is laboratory access restricted? - ✔✔yes, do not bring friends, family, or pets
only work in the lab as authorized by your instructor- do not perform unauthorized
experiments
How must you be dressed in the laboratory? (4 conditions) - ✔✔1. lab coats required, a
disposable one is provided at each lab session
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, 2. close-toed shoes required (no open-toed or "flip-flops" allowed
3. gloves and safety glasses will be provided and must be worn at all times
4. tie long hair back
Where should nonessential books and clothing be stored? - ✔✔in the lockers provided,
must provide locks to secure your items
What are the 4 entry procedures? - ✔✔1. put on lab coat
2. wash hands with soap and water
3. put on gloves and safety glasses
4. wipe of table tops with disinfectant
What safety features should you learn of their locations? - ✔✔1. fire extinguisher
2. fire alarm
3. eyewash
4. exits
5. first aid kits
6. biological spill kits
7. emergency phone
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Questions and Answers 100% Pass
The lab can be a safe place to work if... - ✔✔appropriate safety precautions are taken
What is one of the main objectives of the laboratory portion of this course? - ✔✔to teach
and develop those skills that will make the student competent and confident while
working in the microbiology laboratory
What microorganisms can be dangerous to your health? - ✔✔nearly any microbe, given
the opportunity and proper conditions
What personal health conditions must be notified to the course coordinator if you have,
or develop? - ✔✔Immunosuppression and allergies. What are examples?
How is laboratory access restricted? - ✔✔yes, do not bring friends, family, or pets
only work in the lab as authorized by your instructor- do not perform unauthorized
experiments
How must you be dressed in the laboratory? (4 conditions) - ✔✔1. lab coats required, a
disposable one is provided at each lab session
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, 2. close-toed shoes required (no open-toed or "flip-flops" allowed
3. gloves and safety glasses will be provided and must be worn at all times
4. tie long hair back
Where should nonessential books and clothing be stored? - ✔✔in the lockers provided,
must provide locks to secure your items
What are the 4 entry procedures? - ✔✔1. put on lab coat
2. wash hands with soap and water
3. put on gloves and safety glasses
4. wipe of table tops with disinfectant
What safety features should you learn of their locations? - ✔✔1. fire extinguisher
2. fire alarm
3. eyewash
4. exits
5. first aid kits
6. biological spill kits
7. emergency phone
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