Smallpox in particular is found in only two places according to international agreements: a laboratory in Russia and CDC campus in Atlanta.

Well, these are the safest labs in the world escape deadly viruses How is this prevented?

Each laboratory that works with microbes is assigned a biosafety level (BSL) based on the work they do.

BSL-4, the highest level no vaccine or treatment home to deadly airborne germs. At the other extreme is BSL-1, where even harmless microbes are kept in check. The four levels complement each other as Pokémon evolutions.

BSL-1 deals with microbes that pose no risk to healthy adults. In laboratories hand wash basin only and simple security measures such as a door.

In BSL-2 more dangerous microbes are being tackled and lab doors are self-closing and there is an eyewash station and autoclave. BSL-3 deals with exotic microbes or germs with deadly airborne diseases.

BSL-4, on the other hand, are laboratories that work with the most dangerous and exotic microbes.

These laboratories is physically isolated, There are independent air supply and decontamination systems. Their walls are completely airtight and they have a lower air pressure than the outside world.

Laboratories, deadly viruses To prevent it from leaving the lab designed. There are many safety measures at entrances and exits.

For example, when entering a BSL-4 laboratory, identity verification takes place, clothing is changed, take a chemical shower and a pressure suit is worn.

The CDC campus in Atlanta has some of the safest labs.

The last laboratory built was completed in 2005 and was supposed to serve for fifty years. However, laboratories will become obsolete sooner than expected HCCL (High Containment Continuity Laboratory) A new laboratory is being built, called.

The new laboratory, with an area of ​​160,000 square meters It will house the BSL-3 and BSL-4 laboratories. The US government’s most dangerous laboratories are equipped with the highest security measures designed to ensure deadly viruses are kept under control.

Strict rules that apply here ensure that scientists can work safely and securely to protect public health It helps.

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