2025-2026 SERIES
MICROBIOLOGY LAB SAFETY COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS | GRADED AND THE
LATEST SERIES
The lab can be a safe place to work if...
Ans: appropriate safety precautions are taken
Question:What is one of the main objectives of the laboratory portion of this
course?
Ans: to teach and develop those skills that will make the student competent and
confident while working in the microbiology laboratory
Question:What microorganisms can be dangerous to your health?
Ans: nearly any microbe, given the opportunity and proper conditions
Question:What personal health conditions must be notified to the course
coordinator if you have, or develop?
Ans: Immunosuppression and allergies. What are examples?
Question:How is laboratory access restricted?
Ans: yes, do not bring friends, family, or pets
only work in the lab as authorized by your instructor- do not perform unauthorized
experiments
Question:How must you be dressed in the laboratory? (4 conditions)
, 2025-2026 SERIES
Ans: 1. lab coats required, a disposable one is provided at each lab session
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
Question:Where should nonessential books and clothing be stored?
Ans: in the lockers provided, must provide locks to secure your items
Question:What are the 4 entry procedures?
Ans: 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
Question:What safety features should you learn of their locations?
Ans: 1. fire extinguisher
2. fire alarm
3. eyewash
4. exits
5. first aid kits
6. biological spill kits
7. emergency phone
MICROBIOLOGY LAB SAFETY COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS | GRADED AND THE
LATEST SERIES
The lab can be a safe place to work if...
Ans: appropriate safety precautions are taken
Question:What is one of the main objectives of the laboratory portion of this
course?
Ans: to teach and develop those skills that will make the student competent and
confident while working in the microbiology laboratory
Question:What microorganisms can be dangerous to your health?
Ans: nearly any microbe, given the opportunity and proper conditions
Question:What personal health conditions must be notified to the course
coordinator if you have, or develop?
Ans: Immunosuppression and allergies. What are examples?
Question:How is laboratory access restricted?
Ans: yes, do not bring friends, family, or pets
only work in the lab as authorized by your instructor- do not perform unauthorized
experiments
Question:How must you be dressed in the laboratory? (4 conditions)
, 2025-2026 SERIES
Ans: 1. lab coats required, a disposable one is provided at each lab session
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
Question:Where should nonessential books and clothing be stored?
Ans: in the lockers provided, must provide locks to secure your items
Question:What are the 4 entry procedures?
Ans: 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
Question:What safety features should you learn of their locations?
Ans: 1. fire extinguisher
2. fire alarm
3. eyewash
4. exits
5. first aid kits
6. biological spill kits
7. emergency phone
