Biohazard Spill Cleanup Procedures

This video tutorial provides guidance on handling biohazard spills in a biology lab. It covers the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and detailed procedures for cleaning up spills on the floor and bench tops. The video emphasizes the importance of following campus-specific protocols and highlights the roles of instructors and lab staff in managing spill incidents. It also advises on proper disposal of contaminated materials and the importance of handwashing after cleanup.

What is the first step you should take when a biohazard spill occurs in the lab?

• Start cleaning the spill with paper towels.

• Put on appropriate PPE.

• Alert all students to leave the lab.

• Call security immediately.

Which of the following is NOT considered appropriate PPE for cleaning a biohazard spill?

• Gloves

• Eye protection

• Lab coat or apron

• Sandals

How should broken glass be handled during a biohazard spill cleanup?

• Use tongs to place it in a red biohazard sharps container.

• Pick it up with your hands.

• Leave it on the floor until the spill is cleaned.

• Sweep it up with a broom and dustpan.

What should you do after covering the spill with paper towels?

• Leave the area immediately.

• Soak the towels in disinfectant solution for 20 minutes.

• Remove the paper towels immediately.

• Call for assistance.

Where should you dispose of the paper towels used in a biohazard spill cleanup?

• Compost bin

• Regular trash bin

• Biohazard bag

• Recycling bin

What is the recommended duration for washing hands after cleaning a biohazard spill?

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 15 seconds

• 30 seconds

What should you do if you need to continue working in the lab after cleaning a spill?

• Continue with the same PPE.

• Don new and clean PPE.

• Report to the lab supervisor.

• Leave the lab immediately.

Who should you alert if you are an instructor supervising students during a biohazard spill?

• The janitorial staff

• The dean of the department

• A member of the lab staff

• The campus security

What should be done if a biohazard spill results in contact with a person?

• Take appropriate exposure response steps and contact security.

• Wait for the symptoms to appear.

• Ignore it and continue working.

• Wash the affected area with water only.

What is the purpose of contacting security after a biohazard spill incident?

• To call for a cleanup crew

• To get immediate medical assistance

• To evacuate the building

• To complete an incident report