Unit A Terminology Flashcards
Aseptic
Free of microorganisms
Behavior
Action performed in response to stimulus
Bight
A loop of rope
Biohazard
A risk to human health or the environment arising from biological work,of living organisms, primarily that of humans
Biological Hazard
Refers to any biological substance that poses a threat to the health of living organism, primarily that of humans
Bowline Knot
A type of knot used to form a fixed loop at the end of a rope
Bridge
The upper bony part of an animal’s nose
Chemical Hazard
any toxic substance that may pose a wide range of health hazards, such as irritation, sensitization and carcinogenicity, and physical hazards, such as flammability, corrosion and reactivity
Communication
Signaling between one animal and another
Contaminate
To make something impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance
Courtship
The act of attracting a mate
Curiosity
The act of investigating; showing strong desire to know or learn something
Dilution
The act of make a liquid or substance weaker in strength
Disinfectant
A chemical liquid that destroys bacteria
Double half hitch knot
Double overhand noose; used around a post
Elimination
Defecation;urination
Ethology
The study of animal behavior
Exposure
The state of being exposed to contact with something
External Stimulus
Something outside the animal that has an impact or an effect on an organism so that it’s behavior is modified in a detectable way
Ferrule
A ring or cap, typically a metal one, that strengthens the end of a handle stick or tube and prevents it from splitting or wearing
Flammable
Easily set on fire
Foraging
Feeding
Globally Harmonized System
System of classification and labeling of chemicals; GHS defines and classifies the hazards of chemical products and communicates health and safety information on labels and Safety Data Sheets
Habituation
Learning based on habit
Half high knot
Simple overhand knot, in which the working end of the line is brought over and under the standing part
Halter
A rope or strap with a noose or headstall places around the head of a horse or other animal; used for leading or tethering an animal
Harmful
Causing or likely to cause unfavorable conditions or results
Hazard
A danger or risk
Head Gate
A device used to restrain the head of a large animal
Ingest
To take into the body by swallowing or absorbing it
Inhale
To breathe in or take in
Internal stimulus
Something inside the animal that has an impact or an effect on an organism so the its behavior is modified in a detectable way
Isopropyl Alcohol
A clear, colorless, flammable liquid that is frequently used as a disinfectant
Knot
A fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope or something similar
Learning
The development of behaviors through experience
Microorganism
An organism that can only be viewed under a microscope, such as a bacterium, virus or protozoan
Offensive/Defensive
Aggression and submissive behavior or defense from aggressors
OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, an agency in the United States Department of Labor that sets standards and enforces safe and healthful working conditions
Parental Care
Ensuring survival of young
Pathogen
A disease-causing microorganism; any agent that causes disease
Personal Protective Equipment
Equipment worn to minimize the exposure to hazards that cause workplace injuries or illness
Physical Hazard
A factor in the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching the body
Play Behavior
Training for life activities; play strengthens social bonds while providing an outlet for energy
Precautions
Measures taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant or inconvenient from happening
Radioactive
Emitting or relating to the emission of ionizing radiation or particles
Reffer’s Knot
A simple binding knot with a half bow that secures two lengths of rope together
Reproductive
Relating to mating,giving birth
Resting
Laying down, sitting, basking, sleeping
Roccal-D Plus
A disinfectant that is used in many animal care facilities and some biological laboratories
Safety Data Sheet
Provides workers and emergency personnel with procedures for handling or working with a substance in a safe manner
Safety Hazard
Any source of potential damage, harm or adverse health effects on something or someone under certain conditions at works
Sharps
Medical term for devices with sharp points or edges that can cut or puncture and cause harm to the person handling them
Social
Working to create relationships; gregarious, interactional,organized together, as in helping the group with grooming etc.
Square Knot
A type of double knot that is made symmetrically to hold securely and be easily untied
NIOSH
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, an agency that is a part of the Center of Disease Control and Prevention, the nation’s health protection agency; NIOSH conducts research and makes recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury or illness
Squeeze Chute
A device used to restrain large animals, especially cattle and horses
Stanchion
A specially designed head gate to hold an animal in place while allowing feeding and resting
Stimulus
Something that elicits a response
Territorial
Protecting a resource for exclusive use; relating to a particular district or locality
Toxicity
The degree to which a substance can damage an organism
Vocalization
Barks,growls,snorts,howls, alarm sounds, other languages
Whipping
Binding around the end of a rope to prevent its natural tendency to fray
Workplace Organization Hazard
A stressor that may cause short-term stress and long-term strain, such as workload, lack of respect, workplace wiolence or secual harassment
