Chapter 22 Terminology Flashcards
Safety and Risk Management for Central Service
Risk management
The methods used to assess the risks of specific activity and develop a program to reduce losses from exposure to those risks
Ergonomics
Process of changing work or working conditions to reduce employee stress.
Hazardous waste
Substances that cannot be disposed of in the facility’s normal trash system.
Secondary container
A generic container that is filled from a primary container or filled with a diluted solution. Secondary containers must be clearly labeled with content
Polymerization
A molecular reaction that creates an uncontrolled released of energy
Combustible
A substance that, if ignited, will react with oxygen and burn.
Combustible loading
The weight of combustible materials per square foot of area in which those materials are located.
Workplace violence
Any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site
Aerosol
A suspension of ultramicroscopic solid or liquid particles in air or gas; a spray
Action level (AL)
Level of exposure to a harmful substance or other hazard at which an employer must take required precautions to protect the workers. It is normally one-half the permissible exposure limit (PEL).
Short-term excursion limit (STEL)
The maximum concentration of a chemical to which workers may be exposed continuously for up to 15 minutes without danger to health or work efficiency and safety
Diaster (internal)
Situation with the potential to cause harm or injury to Central Service or other employees, patients/visitors, or where the loss of utilities may drastically impact departmental operational
Disaster (external)
A situation in which activities external to the facility affects departmental or facility operations
