Safety

Question 1

OSHA

Answer 1

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

Question 2

(Hazard) Biological

Answer 2

infectious agents, including airborne or bloodborne organisms, such as bacteria and viruses

Question 3

(Hazard) Physical

Answer 3

wet floors, heavy lifting, (e.g. boxes and patient transfer)

Question 4

(Hazard) Sharps

Answer 4

needles, lancets, and broken glass

Question 5

(Hazard) Chemical

Answer 5

preservatives and regents (laboratory-grade chemicals)

Question 6

(Hazard) Electrical

Answer 6

dangerous high-voltage equipment

Question 7

(Hazard) Fire or explosive

Answer 7

open flames, oxygen, and chemicals (e.g. nitrous oxide)

Question 8

(Hazard) Latex sensitivity

Answer 8

Allergic reaction to latex in gloves or other equipment

Question 9

GHS

Answer 9

Globally Harmonized System
of classification and labeling of chemicals

Question 10

SDS

Answer 10

safety data sheet
provides info on chemical, hazards, procedures cleanup and first aid

Question 11

DOT

Answer 11

Department of Transportation label
displays the type of hazard, untied nations class number, and an identifying number

Question 12

NFPA

Answer 12

National Fire Protection Association label
designed recognized for firefighters that warns of the location of hazardous materials in the event of a fire

Question 13

CHP

Answer 13

chemical hygiene plan