Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Practice Exam

Which situation would not be necessary to report to your supervisor?

1. A coworker getting injured

2. A new employee working on another project asking about your work

3. Unauthorized entry into the facility

4. A mechanical failure of equipment

The correct answer is: A new employee working on another project asking about your work

The scenario where a new employee working on another project asks about your work does not typically require reporting to a supervisor. This is generally a normal interaction that can occur in a collaborative environment. It reflects a sharing of information and does not pose an immediate risk to safety, operational integrity, or compliance within the facility. In contrast, situations such as a coworker getting injured, unauthorized entry into the facility, and mechanical failures of equipment are critical concerns that should be reported. An injury could indicate safety hazards that need addressing to protect staff. Unauthorized entry raises security issues and potential risks to both personnel and animals in the facility. A mechanical failure could jeopardize the welfare of laboratory animals and disrupt research processes, necessitating immediate attention. Therefore, the interaction with the new employee does not fall into a category that would typically warrant formal reporting to a supervisor.