Boca Raton Police Services Departmental Standards Directive 13.950 Quiz

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential bloodborne pathogen in the text?

Syphilis
Malaria
Hepatitis B virus
Influenza virus (correct)

What is the main transmission route for an airborne pathogen according to the text?

Direct skin contact
Sharing personal items
Ingestion of contaminated food or water
Inhalation of airborne particles (correct)

What is the recommended action if an employee is bitten while on duty?

Seek immediate medical attention
Apply a bandage immediately
Encourage the wound to bleed and rinse with water (correct)
Wash hands with soap and water

What is the purpose of using a resuscitator mask according to the text?

To provide protection during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation (C) Signup and view all the answers

When should employees replenish any personal protective equipment according to the text?

At the end of their assigned tour of duty (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with hypodermic needles and other sharp objects according to the text?

Package them in puncture-resistant containers (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should body fluids contaminated with blood be handled according to the text?

Use disposable gloves for handling wet or dry fluids (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the policy outlined in the departmental standards directive?

To provide precautionary measures to minimize the risk of infection to Department employees under certain conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Department's policy regarding communicable diseases?

To safeguard Department employees and the public without compromising essential services (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the policy treat an individual's infectious disease status?

It is considered as confidential information requiring only limited disclosure to those at risk of contamination (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are bloodborne pathogens as defined in the departmental standards directive?

Microorganisms present in human blood that can cause disease in humans (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the policy aim to minimize when it comes to infection risks?

The risk of infection to Department employees under certain conditions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What regulations does the Department aim to comply with regarding communicable diseases?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important means of preventing the spread of infection?

Hand washing with soap and hot water (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if regulated waste is stored prior to disposal?

It must be stored in a secure area (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for cleaning small blood spills inside a Department vehicle?

Line the car seat with disposable plastic beforehand (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for cleaning uniforms and other items of clothing contaminated with body fluids?

Launder washable fabrics in a bleach solution (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should employees do after removing all visible fluids in the decontamination process?

Wash small items or equipment with soap and hot water (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must be worn when handling dry body fluid samples, as they have a propensity to flake and become airborne when disturbed?

Face, eye, and mouth shield (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to clearly tag or mark all specimens known to be contaminated with body fluids?

Red bags or red containers (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long should items be soaked in a solution of water and household bleach according to the text?

5 to 10 minutes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended concentration of household bleach for soaking items in the solution?

1 1/2 to 2 cups of bleach for each gallon of water (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to clearly tag or mark all specimens known to be contaminated with body fluids according to the text?

Yellow marker (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be worn when handling dry body fluid samples according to the text?

Gloves and goggles (C) Signup and view all the answers