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MIC 121 Laboratory safety and ethics in microbiology Objective Question

Question

Which step in the process of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is identified as the most hazardous?
Options
A Donning (putting on) PPE
B Adjusting PPE for a proper fit
C Doffing (removing) PPE
Correct Answer
D Storing PPE after use
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 13, 'Donning and Doffing PPE — Correct Sequence', explicitly states: 'Doffing is the most hazardous step — contaminated surfaces must never contact bare skin'.

Hint

The introductory statement on the page describing donning and doffing PPE provides this key information.

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