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Chap. 8 Safety in...
Chapter 8 Safety in the Workplace
| Barrier precautions: | Measures taken to minimize the risk of exposure to blood and body fluids. |
| Biohazard symbol: | An image or object that serves as an alert that there is a risk to organisms, such as ionizing radiation or harmful bacteria or viruses. |
| Carcinogenic: | A substance that causes cancer. |
| Caustic: | A substance that eats away at something. |
| Ergonomic: | The science of designing equipment to maximize productivity by lessening the discomfort and fatigue of employees. |
| Exposure control plan: | A written procedure for the treatment of persons exposed to biohazardous or similar chemically harmful materials. |
| Fire safety and emergency plan: | A written procedure that includes fire extinguisher locations, fire alarm pull-box locations, sprinkler system location, exit signs, and clear directions to the quickest and safest exit of a building during an emergency. |
| Hazard communication plan: | Application of warning labels for all hazardous chemicals. |
| Safety data sheet (SDS): | Written or printed material concerning a hazardous chemical that includes information on the chemical’s identity and physical and chemical characteristics. |
| Teratogenic: | A substance that causes developmental malformation to an embryo or fetus. |
| Universal precautions: | A set of guidelines for infection control. |
| Blood Borne Pathogens Standard: | Is used to reduce cases of HIV and HBV infections among employees. |
| PPE stands for: | Personal Protective Equipment. |
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Scarlett Emerson
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