Ch 6 Lesson 1

Question 1

What is OSHA, and what does it do?

Answer 1

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a government agency that sets and enforces workplace safety standards. It can issue fines for non-compliance.

Question 2

What is a workplace hazard?

Answer 2

Any condition that could harm an employee’s health or safety, either immediately or over time.

Question 3

What are three general safety rules for a medical office?

Answer 3

1. Walk, never run, in the office.
2. Keep hallways and floors clear.
3. Use handrails on stairs.

Question 4

Why should food not be stored in a refrigerator with lab specimens?

Answer 4

To prevent contamination and exposure to harmful substances.

Question 5

What does R.A.C.E. stand for in fire response?

Answer 5

• Rescue anyone in danger.
• Alert by calling 911.
• Confine the fire by closing doors.
• Extinguish if safe to do so.

Question 6

What does P.A.S.S. stand for in using a fire extinguisher?

Answer 6

• Pull the pin.
• Aim at the base of the fire.
• Squeeze the handle.
• Sweep from side to side.

Question 7

What should an evacuation plan include?

Answer 7

Floor plans with:
• All exits
• Fire extinguishers
• Stairwells
• A clear evacuation route

Question 8

What is shelter-in-place?

Answer 8

An emergency order to stay inside the building rather than evacuate (e.g., tornado, radiation exposure).

Question 9

What are two electrical safety precautions?

Answer 9

1. Use surge protectors.
2. Check cords for damage regularly.

Question 10

What type of outlet should be used in wet areas?

Answer 10

A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet.

Question 11

What are the four types of medical waste?

Answer 11

1. Biological – waste that may carry diseases.
2. Chemical – germicides, solvents, pharmaceuticals.
3. Radioactive – contaminated liquid or solid materials.
4. Solid – non-hazardous waste.

Question 12

What is an SDS (Safety Data Sheet)?

Answer 12

A document that provides safety information about hazardous chemicals, including handling, storage, and first aid measures.

Question 13

What should you do if exposed to a needlestick injury?

Answer 13

1. Wash with soap and water.
2. Flush eyes/mouth with clean water if exposed.
3. Report the incident to a supervisor.
4. Seek medical attention.

Question 14

What PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) helps prevent pathogen exposure?

Answer 14

• Gloves
• Masks
• Protective eyewear
• Fluid-resistant lab coats

Question 15

What is the proper disinfectant for contaminated surfaces?

Answer 15

A 1:10 bleach-to-water solution.

Question 16

How should you dispose of broken glass in a medical office?

Answer 16

Use a dustpan or forceps—never pick it up with bare hands.

Question 17

What are the three steps of using an eyewash station?

Answer 17

1. Remove contacts/glasses and avoid rubbing eyes.
2. Flush eyes with clean water for 5-60 minutes.
3. Seek medical attention and complete an incident report.

Question 18

What items are necessary to have in Case of fire?

Answer 18

Numbers of fire and police Dept attached to all telephones, Fire extinguisher with proper documentation of maintenance, marked exits and stairways that are clear of debris, diagram of all exits, fireproof file cabinets