25 Questions
What is the definition of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to OSHA?
Clothing worn for protection against dangerous materials
According to OSHA, what are the various types of personal protective equipment (PPE) as mentioned in the text?
Clothing, respiratory devices, shields, and barriers
What are the primary hazards or irritants for which PPE is necessary as per the text?
Chemical hazards and mechanical irritants
What are the responsibilities of employers regarding PPE according to OSHA?
Providing appropriate PPE and ensuring its maintenance
Which regulatory body issues workplace health and safety regulations as mentioned in the text?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
What is the purpose of gowns and aprons in PPE?
To protect the skin and clothing from exposure
Which type of PPE protects the mouth, nose, and respiratory tract from airborne dangerous agents?
Masks
What should be done first when donning PPE?
Gown
What determines the selection of gowns and aprons as PPE?
Resistance to fluid penetration and durability
What is the primary function of gloves in PPE?
Protecting hands from exposure to hazardous substances
What is a key requirement of a respiratory protection program?
Medical evaluation
What is the correct sequence for doffing PPE?
Remove gown first, then mask or respirator, goggles or face shield, and finally gloves
Which PPE should fit well and be worn together for enhanced protection?
Goggles and face shields
What type of exposure can be anticipated when selecting PPE?
Touch, splashes/sprays, or large volumes of body fluids
Which PPE offers a higher level of protection for respiratory organs?
Respirators
What is the sequence for removing PPE?
Gloves, face shield or goggles, gown, mask or respirator
When should hand hygiene be performed after removing PPE?
Only if hands become visibly contaminated during PPE removal
Where should a respirator be removed?
At the doorway, before leaving the area where hazards exist or exiting the manufacturing area
What should be done if gloves become torn?
Perform hand hygiene before donning new gloves
When should PPE for Standard Precautions be used?
During operation when contact of clothing/exposed skin with hazards of processes or environment is anticipated
How should a mask be removed?
Untie the bottom, then top, tie and remove from face
What areas of PPE are considered 'contaminated'?
Outside front
What should be done if hands become visibly contaminated during PPE removal?
Wash hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub
How should a particulate respirator be removed?
Lift the bottom elastic over your head first, then lift off the top elastic
What is the purpose of PPE according to the text?
To protect against exposure to contamination from drug product, raw materials, and chemicals
Study Notes
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) includes gloves, gowns/aprons, masks and respirators, goggles, and face shields
- Selection of PPE depends on anticipated exposure type and isolation precautions
- Anticipated exposure can be touch, splashes/sprays, or large volumes of body fluids
- Gowns and aprons serve to protect skin and clothing; their resistance to fluid penetration and durability determine their selection
- Gloves protect hands and can be made of various materials such as vinyl, latex, or nitrile; they are single use or reusable and have certain do's and don'ts for use
- Masks and respirators protect the mouth, nose, and respiratory tract from airborne dangerous agents; respirators offer a higher level of protection
- Goggles and face shields protect the eyes and face, respectively; they should fit well and be worn together for enhanced protection
- Face shields should extend below the chin and wrap around the sides of the face
- Respiratory protection involves the use of masks or respirators to protect from inhalation of hazardous substances; a respiratory protection program includes medical evaluation, fit testing, and training
- To safely don PPE, follow a specific sequence: gown first, then mask or respirator, goggles or face shield, and finally gloves
- Remove PPE carefully and discard it in the appropriate receptacle, then perform hand hygiene before moving on to the next task.
Test your knowledge of PPE selection and use with this quiz. Learn about the proper protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities as well as respiratory devices.
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