Chaoter 8: Housekeeping Tasks And Contamination Control Flashcards
List the four most common types/groups of microorganisms found in the animal care facility
1- bacteria
2- viruses
3- fungi
4- Protozoa
Name three processes used to either remove or kill microorganisms
1- sanitization
2- disinfection
3- sterilization
What is the term for microorganisms that cause disease?
Pathogens
List two items of PPE that should be worn when handling bulk quantities of chemicals
1- eye or face protection
2- chemical-resistant gloves
Give one reason why you must remove organic matter such as hair, saliva, urine,and feces before disinfecting a surface
Some sanitizing chemicals are inactivated in the presence of organic matter
What document provides information on how to handle or safely work with a substance?
The material safety data sheet (MSDS)
Once sanitized, caging and equipment is best stored in which location?
In the clean side of the cage wash area
List three methods of sterilization
1- irradiation
2- dry heat sterilization
3- chemical or cold sterilization
True or False
Chemicals should be stored in a cool, dry area
True
True or False
Chemicals should never be stored in their original container
False
Should always be stored in original containers
True or False
Chemicals should be stored on a shelf above animal feed or treat
False
Should not be stored where it can contaminate feed or treats
Kills bacteria
Bacteriocidal
Inhibits the growth of bacteria
Bacteriostatic
Inhibits the growth of viruses
Virostatic
Kills viruses
Virucidal
