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1.1 In which of these situations should a lab technician remove their gloves? a) Before carrying specimens through a designated clean area b) Before loading the autoclave c) Before using a restroom d) For cleaning a chemical spill

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C:Before using a restroom. You should remove your gloves and wash your hands before using the restroom to prevent transferring laboratory contaminants to yourself. Answer a is incorrect because you must always wear gloves when carrying specimens, even through designated clean areas. However, care should be taken not to touch anything in the clean areas.

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1.2 Which of these is a good laboratory safety rule? a) Leave the instrument on when performing repairs b) Use one hand to carry testing samples, not two c)Wait until the end of the shift to clean up any spills d) Wear safety goggles when working with strong chemicals

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D: Wear safety goggles when working with strong chemicals.

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1.3 Insidious hazards are hazards that: a) are easily overlooked b) happen quickly c) involve chemicals d) involve fumes

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A:Are easily overlooked. Insidious hazards are dangers that are not obvious and are therefore easily overlooked and ignored. They are usually not easily seen, tasted, smelled, or felt. Examples of insidious hazards are aerosols, carcinogens, fumes and radiation.