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Personal Protective Equipment for Biological Hazards Quiz

15 Questions•

Evaluate your knowledge of appropriate PPE selection, use, and maintenance when working with biological hazards and agents.

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What is the primary purpose of PPE for biological hazards?

To make workers look professional

To prevent exposure to biological agents

To increase work speed

To reduce costs

What type of gloves should be used for biological hazards?

Any type of gloves

Disposable gloves that are appropriate for the hazard level

Heavy-duty work gloves

No gloves needed

What should be done with gloves after use with biological hazards?

Reuse them

Dispose of them properly as biological waste

Wash them and reuse

Leave them on the bench

What type of lab coat should be worn for biological hazards?

Any type of coat

A lab coat that covers the arms and front of the body

A short-sleeved shirt

No lab coat needed

What should be done with a lab coat contaminated with biological agents?

Wear it again

Dispose of it properly or decontaminate it

Leave it in the laboratory

Take it home

What type of eye protection should be worn for biological hazards?

No eye protection needed

Safety glasses or goggles that protect against splashes

Regular glasses

Contact lenses

When should a face shield be worn for biological hazards?

Never

When there is a risk of splashes to the face

Always

Only when working with chemicals

What type of footwear should be worn for biological hazards?

Open-toed shoes

Closed-toe shoes that cover the entire foot

Sandals

Bare feet

When should a respirator be worn for biological hazards?

Never

When working with airborne biological agents

Always

Only when working with chemicals

What should be done before putting on PPE?

Start work immediately

Wash hands and ensure PPE is clean and undamaged

Check the weather

Notify the supervisor

What should be done when removing contaminated PPE?

Remove it quickly

Remove it carefully to avoid contamination and dispose of it properly

Leave it on

Take it home

What should be done after removing PPE?

Start work immediately

Wash hands thoroughly

Check the weather

Notify the supervisor

What should be done if PPE becomes damaged during use?

Continue using it

Remove it immediately and replace it

Ignore the damage

Take it home

What should be done if PPE becomes contaminated?

Continue using it

Remove it immediately and dispose of it properly

Ignore the contamination

Take it home

Who is responsible for providing appropriate PPE for biological hazards?

Individual workers

The employer or laboratory management

Chemical suppliers

No one