Eating, drinking, smoking, handling contact lenses, applying cosmetics are not permitted in work areas where there is reasonable likelihood of exposure to potentially infectious materials. Mouth pipetting is strictly prohibited. The selection of personal protective equipment is based on the biosafety level, mode of transmission and exposure routes of the agents used. Work surfaces are decontaminated at least once a day and after any spill of viable materials. The use of sharps is minimized where possible.
Sharps containers are readily available.
Contaminated needles are not recapped, bent or sheared. Potentially contaminated equipment or work surfaces are labeled with a biohazard sign. Freezers, refrigerators and incubators are labeled with a biohazard sign. An insect and rodent control program is in effect. Gloves are worn if the skin on the hands is broken or if a rash exists.