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VETT115 - Week One
Work Place Safety
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Why should dosimetry badges not be left in your car when not in use? | Exposure to sunlight will result in false readings. |
| Which chemical is commonly used to “cold” sterilize clinic instruments? | Glutaraldehyde |
| How should heavy supplies or equipment should be handled to prevent unnecessary strain in trying to lift them overhead and to reduce the risk of material falling on your head? | Kept on lower shelves |
| To decrease the risk of exposure to formalin, what is used to preserve biopsy samples? | Small, premeasured containers of formalin (biopsy jars), PPE |
| What is the most common type of injury to veterinary technicians? | animal-related accidents |
| Which species of wildlife are the primary carriers of rabies in the United States? | Bats, raccoons, skunks |
| In addition to the responsibility to follow the safety rules, what else does OSHA require of veterinary employees? | Read the OSHA poster, Comply with all applicable standards, Wear or use prescribed PPE while working, Report hazardous conditions to your supervisor, Report any job-related injury or illness to the proper person and seek treatment promptly. |
| What document or rules describe the recommended measures that should be taken to minimize or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to the hazardous chemical or improper storage or handling? | SDS |
| What is the term for infectious diseases that can be passed from animals to humans? | Zoonotic |
| What is the purpose of a Hospital Safety Manual? | A collection of written safety-related policies. |
| Which chemical is used for gas sterilization of equipment that cannot be autoclaved safely, although it is a suspected carcinogen? | Ethylene Oxide (EtO) |
| It is your responsibility to learn and follow the safety rules and practices that have been established for your position in the veterinary hospital. What can happen if you violate these rules? | You can be disciplined for willful or repeated violations of any safety rule or standard. If terminated due to willful violation of safety rules, you may be denied unemployment benefits. |
| What do the letters OSHA stand for? | Occupational Safety and Health Administration |
| According to insurance statistics, which injuries account for one in every five workplace injuries among American and Canadian workers? | Back injuries |
| What would be the major risks for veterinary personnel exposed to a dog with parvovirus? | Carrying the virus home to your own pet. |
| What types of dress can be considered acceptable, or unacceptable, in a veterinary workplace? | Acceptable: protective footwear (not open-toed), minimal to no jewelry |
| True or False: If the hospital where you work employs more than 10 employees, you have the right to view the summary of work-related injuries and illnesses. | True |
| Autoclaves present a danger from the pressure that is used for proper sterilization. What should technicians do to prevent the risk of injury? | Release the pressure and allow all pressure and steam to dissipate completely before opening the door fully. |
| Every business, including your practice, must follow the requirements of OSHA’s “right to know” law. What does that law require of you? | That you be informed of all chemicals you may be exposed to while doing your job, that you wear all safety equipment prescribed by the manufacturer and the practice, safety equipment must be provided at no cost, there is a hazardous materials plan. |
| Ingestion of pathogenic organisms or harmful chemicals while eating on the job is a possibility in veterinary hospitals. What should be done to prevent this from happening? | Eat and drink in designated areas, do not store food in areas (including refrigerators) that contain biological or chemical hazards like vaccines, drugs, and lab samples. |
| What are the reasonable expectations of an employee that uncovers a safety risk on the job? | You have the right and responsibility to bring safety concerns to the attention of the employer without fear of reprisal. |
| Which document lists the characteristics of a compound that contains a potentially hazardous chemical, including precautions, instructions for use, and advice for handling the compound safely? | SDS |
| What causes ringworm? | Fungus (Microsporum) |
| True or False: As an employee, you have the right and a responsibility to bring those concerns about potential safety hazards to the attention of the employer without fear of reprisal. | True |
| Toxoplasma is especially harmful to developing fetuses. What should pregnant women do as employees of a veterinary hospital? | Avoid cleaning cat litter pans (particularly older than 2 days), wear gloves if they must be handled, wash raw veggies thoroughly, do not eat uncooked or raw meat, Wear gloves when gardening, Toxoplasma titers, let your employer know. |
| Regarding workplace safety, what are the reasonable expectations of the practice leadership? | To provide a safe work environment for employees by making a reasonable effort to identify hazards present, correct those that can be eliminated, and control the hazards that can't. Practice-specific safety training |
| Which primary bacteria may become aerosolized during dental procedures due to high-speed ultrasonic scaling of a patient’s teeth? | Pasteurella multocida |
| Under which scenario should a clinic employee try to fight a fire in the building? | If the fire is small/contained, you have an escape route, you know how to use the extinguisher, you know that the type of extinguisher you are using is right for the type of fire you are fighting. |
| How can bacteria can be transferred from animals to veterinary staff? | Direct contact with animals and their exudates, especially if you have open cuts or sores, in haled or absorbed through mucous membranes |
| To reduce the chance of fire flammable materials such as newspapers, boxes, and cleaning chemicals must always be stored at least __ feet away from an ignition source such as a water heater, furnace, or stove. | At least 3 feet away |
| What would be the serious hazards from needles or sharp objects in a veterinary medical environment? | Physical trauma and exposure to drugs or chemicals |
| What method is used when it is necessary to recap a needle? | One-handed |
| How should large gas cylinders be moved? | By using a hand truck or handcart with a strap/chain |
| The recognized safe exposure limit for all halogenated anesthetic agents is less than ___ parts per million (ppm). | 2 ppm |
| What is the single most effective means of reducing exposure to WAGs? | Performing a leak check |
| What are the general types of scavenging systems available? | active scavenging, passive exhaust, absorption |
| According to some research findings, as much as _____ percent of the anesthetic gas levels found in the room during a procedure can be attributed to leaks in the anesthesia machine, so be sure to perform a leak check before use. | 90% |
| If you accidentally break a bottle of anesthetic, what is the first thing you should do? | Immediately evacuate all nonessential people, Open windows, turn on exhaust fans, use kitty litter to absorb and prevent spread, place plastic bag over kitty litter to prevent evap, Pick up kitty litter in plastic bag, seal, and dispose in outside can. |
| True or False: In anesthetized animals, all of the inhaled anesthetic gasses are metabolized, and none will be released after they have been extubated and while they are recovering. | False |
| True/False: Pregnant women should discuss with physician the risks of workplace exposure to anesthetic gases. They should inform their supervisor of their pregnancy as soon as possible so that safety procedures can be reviewed and adjusted, if necessary. | True |
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