Biohazardous Waste Management

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Which of the following is true about the storage of biohazardous waste?

  • It should be stored in designated biohazard waste areas
  • It should not be stored longer than 30 days (correct)
  • It should be logged into the station journal
  • It should be inspected every Monday

What should be done with heavily contaminated bunker gear?

  • It should be labeled with a tag including the employee's name
  • It should be placed in a biohazardous waste bag
  • It should be decontaminated (correct)
  • It should be delivered to Logistics Division

What should be the temperature maintained in refrigerators and freezers?

  • 30 degrees F or below for refrigerators and 20 degrees F or below for freezers
  • 60 degrees F or below for refrigerators and 30 degrees F or below for freezers
  • 50 degrees F or below for refrigerators and 10 degrees F or below for freezers
  • 40 degrees F or below for refrigerators and 0 degrees F or below for freezers (correct)

What is the purpose of inspecting the designated biohazard waste area every Monday?

<p>To prevent overflow of collected material (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What materials should kitchens, including food preparation areas, cutting tops, and cutting boards, be constructed of?

<p>Non-porous materials (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Biohazardous Waste Storage

  • Biohazardous waste should be stored in a designated area, segregated from other waste and recyclables.

Handling Contaminated Equipment

  • Heavily contaminated bunker gear should be washed and sanitized immediately.

Storage Temperature

  • Refrigerators should be maintained at a temperature of 2°C to 4°C (36°F to 39°F).
  • Freezers should be maintained at a temperature of -20°C (-4°F) or lower.

Biohazard Waste Area Inspection

  • The designated biohazard waste area should be inspected every Monday to ensure it is clean, orderly, and free of spills.

Kitchen Construction Materials

  • Kitchens, including food preparation areas, cutting tops, and cutting boards, should be constructed of non-porous, easy-to-clean materials such as stainless steel, epoxy, or polyethylene.

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