part 1 - environmental health and safety Flashcards
1
Q
what is the purpose of whmis
A
to ensure workers receive hazard information about materials in their workplace
2
Q
what is the whmis mandate
A
protects canadian workers from dangers of improper use, storage and handling
3
Q
what are the compinents of whmis
A
hazardous identification and classifications
labeling
safety data sheets
education and training
4
Q
what to do when flushing DUWL’s
A
- flush waterlines for several minutes in the beginning of the day
- flush for at least 30 seconds between each patient
- use water reservoirs
- use separate water systems for surgey
- purge water from lines at the end of the day
5
Q
cleaning up mercury spill
A
use kit
6
Q
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