This decision prioritizes public health and safety, which must be the paramount concern when dealing with identified health hazards. Alice Johnson, as an external inspector, has professionally identified mold spores that pose documented risks, particularly to Prof. Kumar who already has a severe respiratory illness. While Prof. Kumar's concerns about provenance and professional reputation are valid, they cannot justify exposing visitors and staff to potential health risks. The quarantine approach is transparent, follows proper safety protocols, and allows for thorough testing to establish facts rather than relying on assumptions. Though it may create short-term negative press, it demonstrates institutional responsibility and protects the museum from far greater liability and reputational damage that could result from visitor illness.