Safe Work Environment

Question 1

Viruses

Answer 1

• Live be penetrating cells
• Resistant to antibiotics
• Prevented by vaccination

Question 2

HIV/Aids

Answer 2

• Transmitted through bodily fluids

Question 3

Bacteria

Answer 3

• One-celled micro-organisms, infectious micro-organisms include; Bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites.
• Prominent in dust, dirt, trash and diseased tissue. Can exist almost anywhere.

Question 4

Bacteria is Spread By:

Answer 4

• Skin, water, air, etc…….. decayed matter, food, body secretions, clothing, free edge of nails

Question 5

What is Direct Transmission of Bacteria?

Answer 5

Through blood or bodily fluids, through touch, kissing, coughing, sneezing, talking.

Question 6

What is Indirect Transmission of Bacteria?

Answer 6

Through contact with a contaminated object, such as razor, scissor, towel, counter, brush.

Question 7

What is Non-Pathogenic Bacteria?

Answer 7

Non-harmful, helpful.
Examples: Found in yogurt, cheese, and some medicines. In the body, helps break down food and fight infection.

Question 8

What is Pathogenic Bacteria?

Answer 8

Harmful and disease producing, infectious causing.