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PHM1140 De More 6

PHM1140 Law & Ethics for Pharmacy Techs, Chapter 6, Workplace Safety, De More

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Airflow hood a workstation that emits a stream of highly filtered air that reduced possible contamination of the substances being used
Chemical hygeine plan a "laboratory standard" established by OSHA to reduce exposures chemicals when handled by employees
Biohazard symbol an international symbol that is used to designate any substance harmful to human health, including bloodborne pathogens and medical wastes
Compensation claim a claim filed with the state that state that addresses an on-site workplace injury or illness
Bloodborne pathogen any infectious microorganism present in blood or other body fluids or tissues
Federal register A U.S. government publication that contains all administrative laws , and is the primary source of information for OSHA standards
Fire safety plan a workplace plan detailing locations of fire alarm pull boxes, fire extinguishers and fire sprinklers, as well as a plan for continued fire prevention training and drills
Germicides agents that kill germs, also known as disinfectants
Hazard communication plan a system of notifying personnel of hazards by applying warning labels to that signify the types and ratings of hazardous chemicals and substances
Hazardous waste A solid, chemical radioactive or infectious material that may transmit pathogens or other hazardous substances
Material Safety Data Sheet form required for all hazardous chemicals/ other substances used in labs/pharmacies. the form contains info about a product's name, chemical characteristics, ingredients, safe-handling guidelines, physical/health hazards & procedures in case of exposure
Medical Waste Tracking Act act that gives OSHA the authority tp inspect hazardous medical waste and cite offices for unhealthy or unsafe practices regarding them
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) a division of the U.S Department of Labor
Radioactive waste any waste that contains or is contaminated with liquid or solid radioactive materials
Worker's compensation laws that establish procedures for compensating workers who are injured on the job, with the employer paying the cost of the premium for the employee
aseptic technique includes the practice of cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting to remove impurities on equipment or personnel and reduce the amount of microorganisms to the greatest possible extent
Personal protective equipment (PPE) used to protect employees from bodily fluids including blood; can prevent contamination through the skin, wounds and mucous membranes. (gowns, lab coats/ face shields, goggles, masks/ gloves)
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) releases an annual updated list of potentially hazardous drugs (carcinogenic, corrosive, irritating, sensitizing or toxic)
National Fire Protection Agency worlds prime advocate of fire prevention/safety; Diamond symbol on chems: Top Diamond: flammability; Left: potential health hazard; Right: stability/reactivity; Bottom: special info (biohazard/radioactivity etc); RANGE 0(no activity) to 4(extreme hazard)
5 years Length of time following each calender year that a log must be kept of injuries or illnesses that occured (related to work or on the job) during that year.
1,000 fine that may be incurred per violation to an employer who does not provide a safe environment
30 days length of time after hire that an employer must provide them with a hazard communication program
Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from sexual harassment (it is deemed a form of discrimination);
Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972 gave the Equal Employment Opportunity Commision (EEOC) the power to enforce Title VII. Rules the "quid pro quo" (something given for something receive) sexual harassment is sexual discrimination
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