Biohazard

Question 1

Define biological risk

Answer 1

Any circumstance that may present a risk of infection and illness

Question 2

Define biohazard

Answer 2

Associated with the Hazards when a person comes into contact with:
Pathogens bacteria or virus which may cause disease.
Toxins biologically active materials.

Question 3

Likely sources? (6)

Answer 3

Pathology labs
Vetenary and pharmaceutical research establishments.
Medical schools and universities.
Commercial properties.
Food research establishments.
Hospitals.

Question 4

Where may clinical waste be found (3)

Answer 4

Medical, nursing, dental, vetenary, pharmaceutical.
Health investigation, treatment, care, teaching/research.
Collection of blood for transfusion.

Question 5

What are the examples of biohazards (6)

Answer 5

Human/Animal tissue.
Blood/bodily fluids.
Excretion.
Drugs.
Swabs/dressings.
Syringes/needles.