Biosafety and Biosecurity Quiz 2

What is the primary purpose of biosafety?

• To increase the number of laboratory workers

• To promote laboratory competition

• To enhance laboratory productivity

• To reduce risk of exposure to infectious microbes

Which biosafety level is appropriate for microorganisms that are not known to cause disease in healthy humans?

• BSL-3

• BSL-2

• BSL-4

• BSL-1

What type of protective equipment is typically required at BSL-2?

• No protective equipment

• Lab coats and gloves

• Respirators

• Full body suit

Which of the following is a characteristic of BSL-3 laboratories?

• Located in high-traffic areas

• No need for personal protective equipment

• Work performed in a biological safety cabinet

• Open access to the public

What is a common example of a microbe worked with in a BSL-2 laboratory?

• Marburg virus

• Ebola virus

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Mycobacterium tuberculosis

What is the main function of a Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC)?

• To serve as a waste disposal unit

• To provide personnel and environmental protection

• To store laboratory equipment

• To increase laboratory space

At which biosafety level is the use of a Class III BSC required?

• BSL-1

• BSL-2

• BSL-4

• BSL-3

What is a key requirement for BSL-4 laboratories?

• Access is open to all

• Work can be done on open benches

• Change clothing before entering

• No need for decontamination

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of BSL-1 laboratories?

• Standard microbiological practices

• Work can be performed on open lab benches

• Requires a Class II BSC

• Personal protective equipment is worn as needed

What is the recommended practice for handling needles in BSL-2?

• Dispose of needles in regular trash

• Use glass syringes

• Use single-use needles

• Recap needles after use