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Uniform, gloves, mask, and other personal protective equipment (PPE) belong to which class of personal protection?

A) Class A
B) Class B
C) Class C
D) Class D

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Final answer:

Personal protective equipment (PPE) does not follow a Class A, B, C, or D classification system. The use of PPE corresponds with biosafety levels set by the CDC, which dictate the necessary precautions when handling different types of infectious agents in a laboratory setting.

Step-by-step explanation:

The classification of personal protective equipment (PPE) mentioned in the question, which includes uniforms, gloves, masks, and other gear, does not strictly conform to a class specifically defined as Class A, B, C, or D. Instead, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classifies infectious agents into four biosafety levels (BSL-1 to BSL-4), and the use of PPE is tailored to the level of biohazard associated with the pathogens being handled.

For example, Class I Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs) are used for low to moderate risk exposure, while Class III BSCs are used in high-risk BSL-4 labs where personnel must wear protective suits with their own air supply. The question seems to be a mix-up with the classes of BSCs or biosafety levels; therefore, a direct answer correlating Uniform, gloves, mask, and other PPE to Class A, B, C, or D categories as stated is not applicable.

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