5 Questions
What is the purpose of the Standard Precautions policy?
To break the chain of infection
Which component of the National Fire Protection Association hazardous material labeling system should be interpreted by laboratory personnel?
Component 3
What should laboratory personnel do when a fire is discovered?
Initiate the RACE and PASS actions
What is the purpose of chemical hygiene plans and material safety data sheets?
To ensure safe handling of chemicals and provide information about hazardous materials
What does the Occupational Exposure to BloodBorne Pathogens Compliance Directive mandate?
Specific safety measures to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Study Notes
Infection Control and Laboratory Safety
- The Standard Precautions policy aims to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases in healthcare settings.
Hazardous Material Identification
- The NFPA 704 diamond label has four colored sections (blue, red, yellow, and white), which laboratory personnel should interpret to identify hazardous materials.
Fire Safety
- In the event of a fire, laboratory personnel should sound the alarm, evacuate the area, and close all doors to contain the fire.
Chemical Safety
- Chemical hygiene plans outline procedures for handling hazardous chemicals, while Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provide information on chemical hazards and safety precautions.
Bloodborne Pathogen Safety
- The Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Compliance Directive mandates that employers develop Exposure Control Plans to protect workers from bloodborne pathogen exposure.
Test your knowledge of laboratory safety and quality assessment with this quiz. Learn about the components of the chain of infection, laboratory safety precautions, Standard Precautions policy, and Occupational Exposure to BloodBorne Pathogens Compliance Directive.
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