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the toxic effects resulting from a SINGLE DOSE or SHORT EXPOSURE to a substance

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ACUTE TOXICITY

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a chemical that has been evaluated by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), and found to be a CARCINOGEN or POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN; or is listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen in the Annual Report on Carcinogens published by the National Toxicology Program (NTP) (latest edition); or is regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen (formaldehyde and paraformaldehyde)

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CHRONIC TOXICITY

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liquids having a flash point at or above 37.8 degrees (100F)

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COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID

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a substance that causes visible destruction or permanent changes in human skin tissue at the site of contact (bleach and formaldehyde)

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CORROSIVE

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a chemical that causes a sudden, almost instantaneous release of pressure, gas and heat when subjected to sudden shock (nitroglycerine)

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EXPLOSIVE

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4 types of Flammables

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Aerosols-hairsprayGas-acetyleneLiquid-acetone/gasSolid-phosphorous

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a chemical for which there is statistically significant evidence based on at least one study conducted in accordance with established scientific principles that acute or chronic health effects may occur in exposed employees. Also includes chemicals which are carcinogens, toxic, or highly toxic agents, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, sensitizers, hepatotoxins, nephrotoxins, nerurotoxins, agents which act on the hematopoietic system, and which damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes.

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HEALTH HAZARDS

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a chemical which is not corrosive, but which causes a reversible inflammatory effect on living tissue by chemical action at the site of contact (formaldehyde)

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IRRITANT

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dose required to produce the death in 50% of the exposed species within a specified time.

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LD50 lethal dose 50

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these are dangerous fire explosion risk (benzoyl peroxide)

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ORGANIC PEROXIDE

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chemicals that support combustion (bleach)

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OXIDIZER

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a chemical for which there is scientifically valid evidence that it is a combustible liquid, a compressed gas, explosive, flammable, an organic peroxide, an oxidizer, pyrophoric, unstable (reactive) or water-reactive

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PHYSICAL HAZARDS

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material that will ignite spontaneously in air at 130 degrees F or below (calcium or titanium powder)

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PYROPHORIC

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a chemical that causes a substantial proportion of exposed people or animals to develop an allergic reaction in normal tissue after repeated exposure to the chemical (formaldehyde and paraformaldehyde)

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SENSITIZER

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a relative property of a chemical agent and refers to a harmful effect on some biologic mechanism and the conditions under which this effect occurs

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TOXICITY

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materials that self-react under conditions of shock, pressure, or temperature (hydrogen cyanide)

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UNSTABLE

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materials that can react with water to form gas, either flammable or toxic (halogen gases and sulfur dioxide)

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WATER-REACTIVE

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the following is a target organ categorization of effects which may occur, including examples of signs and symptoms and chemicals which have been found to cause such effects. These examples are presented to illustrate the range and diversity of effects and hazards found in the workplace, and the broad scope employers must consider in this area, but are not intended to be all-inclusive.

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TARGET ORGAN EFFECTS

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chemicals which produce liver damageex: jaundice, liver enlargementchemicals: carbon tetrachloride

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HEPATOTOXINS

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chemicals which produce kidney damageex: edemachemicals: halogenated hydrocarbons

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NEPHROTOXINS

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chemicals which produce their primary toxic effects on the nervous systemex: narcosis, behavioral changeschemicals: mercury

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NEUROTOXINS

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decrease hemoglobin function, deprive the body tissues of oxygenex: loss of consciousnesschemicals: carbon monoxide

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HEMATO-POIETIC SYSTEM

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agents which damage the lung.ex: cough, tightness in chest, shortness of breathchemicals: silica, asbestos

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PULMONARYTOXINS

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chemicals which affect the reproductive capabilities including chromosomal damage (mutations) and effects on fetusesex: birth defects, sterilitychemicals: lead, DBCP

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REPRODUCTIVE TOXINS

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chemicals which affect the dermal layer of the body ex: defatting of the skin, rashes, irritationchemicals: ketones

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CUTANEOUS HAZARDS

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chemicals which affect the eye or visual capacityex: conjunctivitis, corneal damagechemicals: organic solvents, acids

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EYE HAZARDS

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4 AREAS OSHA DIRECTLY IMPACTS FUNERAL SERVICES:

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  1. OSHA act of 1970 or General Rule2. Hazardous Communication Standard3. Formaldehyde Standard4. Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
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OSHA act of 1970

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• Safe and healthful working conditions

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• Ensure hazards of all chemicals are evaluated, and the information concerning their hazards is transmitted to all employers and employees by means of comprehensive haz comm. Program to include:• Container labeling• Forms of warning• MSDS - Material safe

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HAZ COM STANDARD – “THE RIGHT TO KNOW LAW”

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EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Written training program• Written haz comm Program• Chemicals meet OSHA standards• Labels updated within 3 months

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• All labeled• All have MSDS, in binder, alpha order, readily available• Identify / warning with words, pictures or symbols• Name, address, phone number• If transferred to new bottle – new label• Identify chemical with words, pictures or symbols• In English, can have other second language, but English first• Not removed, if removed – replace

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HAZARDOUS MATERIAL LABELING

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• Every MSDS sheet should:

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• Be readily available• Kept up to date• One for every chemical except consumer products• Be in English• In alphabetical order• In binder, in the room of chemical use

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EMPLOYEE TRAINING

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Must be written, supervised and include:• Who does MSDS• Where the MSDS is located• List of Hazards• Method to inform• What to do if no MSDS• Stored for 30 years• Train at time of Hire and, if new duty, if new equipment, if new hazard• Information on all hazardous chemicals• Requirements under hazardous communication standards• Any questions from trainee’s

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• Manufactures name and address• Emergency number• Hazardous rating• Chemical name & trade name• Formula

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Product ID

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• May include exposure limits and /or• Precautionary measures

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Hazardous Ingredients

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• Appearance• Vapor density• Pressure• Odor• Gravity• Boiling Point• Evaporation rate• Percent volatile• Solubility

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Physical Data

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• Flashpoint• Flammable limits• Fire extinguisher required• Specific fire procedures and hazards

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Fire & Explosion Data

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• Stability• Conditions and materials to avoid

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Reactivity Data

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• Effects of overexposure for example:• Headaches, dizziness, nausea, difficulty breathing & drowsiness• Entrance to body (ingestion, eyes, skin & inhalation)

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Health Hazard Data

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• Spill procedures• Waste disposal methods

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Safe Handling and Use

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• Protection required for safe handling or chemicals for example:• Respirator, ventilation, eye protection, protective gloves, clothes, etc.

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Special Protection Information

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• Handling and storage• Temperature• Humidity• Refrigeration• Sunlight• Special containers

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Special Precautions

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• Cancer causing• Special container• Check for leaks• Container residue

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Additional Information

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4 areas OSHA directly impacts funeral services

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  1. OSHA act of 1970/General Rule2. Haz Comm standard3. Formaldehyde Standard4. Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
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Applies to ALL occupational exposure to blood or OPIMStates a written exposure control plan must be implemented by the employer to eliminate or otherwise minimize employee exposure

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BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN STANDARD

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46
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pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and cause disease in humans.ex: HIV, HBV, Malaria, Syphillis

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BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN

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other potential infectious material

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OPIM

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act of disinfecting or preserving a human dead body, by chemical substances.Disinfect or preserve a dead body tissues or structures.

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EMBALMING

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Written Exposure Control Plan MUST contain

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  1. Exposure termination2. Method of implementation for compliance3. Documentation of methods/procedures4. Documentation of annual updates5. Documentation that employer sought employee input6. All documents MUST include dates of consideration
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An employee must survey work site by job classification to determine employee exposure

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Exposure termination

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51
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Hep-B vaccine, haz comm, record keeping, & evaluation procedures regarding exposure.

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Method of implementation for compliance

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52
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procedures that reduce risk of exposure

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Documentation of methods/procedures

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used to improve safety thereby eliminating exposure or minimizing it

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Documentation of annual updates

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documentation that employer has sought…

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employee input (non management) to improve safety and minimizing exposure via safer engineering & work practice controls.

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exposure to bloodborne pathogens can result in…

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illness or death

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bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted through…

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blood and blood products

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Types of OPIM

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  • Semen* Cerebrospinal fluid* Pleural fluid (lungs)* Pericardial fluid (heart)* Vaginal secretions* Synovial fluid (joints, elbows, shoulders)* Peritoneal fluid (abdominal)* Amniotic fluid*any other body fluid or secretion that contains blood
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one must ASSUME that all unknown/body fluids are…

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a potential hazard

59
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the most important thing a person can do to protect themselves against exposure is to…

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follow the Universal Precautions

60
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set of guidelines established by the Centers for Disease Control for safely handling remains.

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Universal Precautions

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CDC

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Centers for Disease Control

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Universal Precautions are based on the assumption that…

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ALL remains could be infected with bloodborne pathogens

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Proper use of _______ is an essential part of observing Universal Precautions

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PPE

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PPE

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Personal Protective Equiment

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PPE must be furnished and paid for by_______ when it is ______________

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EmployerRequired

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__________ develops policy guidelines for PPE, but __________ do/does have input

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EmployerEmployees

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Waterproof gown that protects skin of arms and body with long sleeves

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Impervious gown

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Common Disposable PPE

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GlovesShoe coversHead coverBarrier maskProtective eyewearNon-fogging gogglesFace shieldAutopsy glovesImpervious gown

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PPE/materials used for removals

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Gown GlovesEye protectionBarrier maskDisinfectant spray bottlePlastic bag

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Every removal vehicle should contain _____ complete kits

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2

71
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Every complete kit should contain….

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Sheet for covering remainslight plastic pouch (body bag)extra box of disposable glovessupply of alcohol towelettes or foam

72
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Bloodborne pathogens can survive for at least_______ in _________ on surfaces like tabletops, countertops, & sinks.

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One weekDried blood

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Use what combination of what to clean & decontaminate?

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1 to 10 part solution of bleach & water

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All equipment must be cleaned and decontaminated after each contact with_______________

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blood or other potentially infectious materials

75
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After each work shift you must clean and decontaminate…

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countertopsreusable bucketsembalming machines & instrumentsembalming tables floors and walls

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If exposed to body fluids by a puncture incident you must do what first…

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IMMEDIATELY encourage bleeding

77
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Steps (in order) on what to do if exposed to body fluids through a puncture incident…

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immediately encourage bleedingwash area with antisepticnotify supervisor immediately after sanitizing

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If exposed to body fluids through a splash onto NON-INTACT skin, you should…

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wash affected area IMMEDIATELY w/soap & warm running water.

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If exposed to body fluids through a splash onto THE EYES, you should

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flush with cold water for 15 minutes at the eyewash station, holding the eyelids open

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If exposed to body fluids through a splash into THE MOUTH, you should

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rinse with water, spitting the water out several times

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If exposed to body fluids through a splash in THE NOSE, you should

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irrigate the nasal passages w/cool to warm water to the extent possible

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In both a Puncture Incident & a Splash Incident, when should you report it to the supervisor?

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IMMEDIATELY after sanitizing the affected area

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If exposed to body fluids, the supervisor will…

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arrange for a confidential medical exam & a follow up by a healthcare professional

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A sample of your blood________ be taken at the healthcare professional

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WILL

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Physician may recommend__________ after contact with body fluids

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treatment & provide a written opinion

86
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What form should be filled out after exposure to body fluids?

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OSHA form 200

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The ___________ is responsible to pay for an exam, but the ____________ can _________ the exam. If so, a _________ must be signed.

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EmployerEmployeeDenyWaiver

88
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Causes acute inflammation of the liver.Can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancerSpread by blood, blood products, & other fluidsCan be serious or fatalCAN NOT BE CURED

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Hepatitis-B

89
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all control measures that isolate or remove a hazard from the workplace

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engineering controls

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NIOSH

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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

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presence or the reasonably anticipated presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item or surface

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contaminated

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laundry that has been soiled with blood other OPIM or may contain contaminated sharps

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contaminated laundry

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any contaminated object that can penetrate the skin

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contaminated sharps

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use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate, or destroy bloodborne pathogens on a surface or item to the point where they are no longer capable of transmitting infectious particles

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decontaminatioin

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a specific eye, mouth, other mucous membrane, non-intact skin or parenteral contact with blood

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exposure incident

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a facility providing adequate supply of running water, soap, and single use towels or hot air drying machines

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hand washing facilities

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reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or OPIM that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties

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Occupational exposure

98
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peritoneal fluid

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abdomen

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plural fluid

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lungs

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pericardial fluid

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heart

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synovial fluid

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joints

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regulated waste is any of the following

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  1. liquid or semi-liquid blood or OPIM2. contaminated items releasing blood or OPIM when pressed3. items caked with dried blood or OPIM & capable or releasing when handled4. contaminated Sharps5. pathological & microbiological wastes containing blood or OPIM
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everyone at a funeral home should be trained in…

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Exposure Control & Proper PPE

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Written Exposure Plan must be accessible to ALL employees and made available…

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within 15 days of employees request or OSHA & NIOSH

105
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Written Exposure Plan must be updated…

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  1. annually & whenever a new procedure has been implemented.2. When employee changes positions3. When updates to technology occurs
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eyewash station must…

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  1. be unobstructed2. a one step operation3. withing 25 ft of work area4. provide cold water for 15 continuous minutes
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emergency shower must be…

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  1. within 25 ft of work space2. clear and unobstructed3. cold water only
108
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4 main types of safety signs

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  1. Danger signs2. Caution signs3. Safety instructions signs4. Labels on containers & equipment
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this sign indicates immediate danger & special precautions

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danger sign

110
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this sign warns against potential hazards & unsafe practices

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caution sign

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sign for general instructions and suggestions

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safety instructions signs

112
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these two forms MUST be posted in the prep room

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Cleaning & decontamination policyDaily cleaning schedule

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signal words Danger & Caution must be…

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  1. Readable at 5 feet or greater2. Affixed with adhesive3. Placed as close as possible to hazard source4. Messages in works, pictures, or both5. Recognizable meaning to personnel
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color of a biohazard label

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florescent orange or orange-red with lettering in contrasting color

115
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a biohazard label must be placed as close as possible or attached to…

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  1. doors or coolers containing remains2. containers of blood/infectious materials3. viscera buckets4. sharps containers5. embalming machines
116
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prohibited activities in the prep room

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  1. eating2. drinking3. smoking4. applying cosmetics or lip balm5. handling contact lenses6. using hand cream after hand washing
117
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The preparation room…

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  1. is a restricted area2. door must be marked with proper signage3. only allow authorized personnel4. have exhaust fans on HIGH when embalming
118
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Inoculation Program is…

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voluntary

119
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HBV is offered within…

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10 days of job assignment and at no cost

120
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the HBV does not offer…

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perfect protection but is considered the best prevention

121
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the HBV only protects from…

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Hepatitis-B

122
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the HBV is administered…

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in 3 parts over 6 months

123
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all ____ injections of HBV are necessary to confirm_______

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3immunity to the virus

124
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if an employee initially declined HBV and later decides to take it, it is….

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still offered at no cost

125
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you should not take HBV if…

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  1. hypersensitive to compound of vaccine2. have active infection3. have heart or lung disease4. pregnant
126
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employees at risk of Hep-B

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  1. embalmers and apprentice embalmers2. removal personnel3. prep room housekeepers4. hair stylist/cosmetologist5. funeral directors and other staff6. cemetery workers involved w/exhumation7. crematory workers
127
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OSHA requires this in respect to PPE

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that the employer must REQUIRE that the employee utilize PPE that is provided

128
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Hep-B TRAINING records must be kept…

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3 years from date of training

129
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Hep-b training is required at…

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  1. time of hire or assignment in risk category2. at least once a year after initial training or when change in task occurs
130
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employees at risk of Hep-B must attend…

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an orientation program regarding HEP-B & risks…along with benefits of vaccine

131
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employer must maintain accurate and confidential records for…

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every employee with occupational exposure

132
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employee medical record must contain

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  1. name & ss#2. copy of Hep-B vaccine status w/dates3. copy of all exams/testing results-followup procedures4. copy of health care professional’s post-exposure written opinion
133
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MEDICAL records relating to BBP standard must be maintained for…

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the duration of employment PLUS 30 years

134
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if employer is no longer in business & no successor employer follows, then the employer must…

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notify OSHA 3 months prior to record disposal

135
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when disposing of medical records, OSHA may…

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require that the records or a copy of records be sent to them within a 3 month period

136
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DECONTAMINATION after a removal

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  1. bag NEVER placed in regular trash2. PPE placed in plastic bag & disposed of by law3. vehicle decontaminated4. cot decontaminated5. bleach/water solution

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