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Clinical Chemistry Exam 1 Lecture 1
Safety Review
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Chemistry
Undergraduate 3
01/31/2015

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Term
What is the goal of OSHA?
Definition
To provide employees with a safe work environment
Term
TJC / JCAHO
Definition
Accreditation organization; annually publishes the 'Accreditation Manual for Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Services' detailing safety regulations
Term
CAP
Definition
Oversees a Laboratory Accreditation program with detailed safety checklist
Term
ADH / CLIA
Definition
Oversees smaller labs
Term
CDC
Definition
Bloodborne pathogens
Term
3 Types of Biologic Pathogens
Definition
Blood
Body fluids
Airborne
Term
5 Routes of Infection for Biologic Hazards
Definition
Needle stick
cuts
spills
sprays
aerosols
Term
What is OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard also referred to as?
Definition
Right to Know Law
Term
Hazard Communication Standard / Right to Know Law
Definition
Employees must be informed of the health risks related to the chemicals to which they are exposed
Term
What is OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories also referred to as?
Definition
The Laboratory Standard
Term
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories / The Laboratory Standard
Definition
Guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals
Requires a written Chemical Hygiene Plan and a Chemical Hygiene Officer
Term
True or False:
Info on Chemical Storage, SOP, MSDS, Labeling requirements, list of PPE, and Training requirements are all part of the Chemical Hygiene Plan
Definition
True
Term
National Fire Protection Agency and Hazardous Materials Information Guide
Definition
Used to quickly assess hazards and magnitude of hazard
Numbers 0-4 denote the magnitude of the hazard
Term
With Both NFPA and HMIG what color represents Flammability?
Definition
Red
Term
With Both NFPA and HMIG what color represents Reactivity?
Definition
Yellow
Term
With Both NFPA and HMIG what color represents Health?
Definition
Blue
Term
With Both NFPA and HMIG what color represents Special Topics / PPE respectively?
Definition
White
Term
Material Safety Data Sheet
Definition
Must be available to all employees at all times to comply with HazCom
Term
What must the MSDS include at all times?
Definition
Product name and ingredients
Exposure limit
Hazards
Route of entry
Transport/Storage/Disposal information
First Aid
Handling
Required PPE
Manufacturer's Name, Address, and Phone Number
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
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Definition
Biohazard
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
[image]
Definition
Corrosive
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
[image]
Definition
Explosive
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
[image]
Definition
Flammable
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
[image]
Definition
Poison
Term
What does the following DOT Hazard Classification signage/label stand for?
[image]
Definition
Radioactive
Term
Fire Class A
Definition
Ashes
Term
Fire Class B
Definition
Boils
Term
Fire Class C
Definition
Current
Term
Fire Class D
Definition
Detonates
Term
Universal ABC (____ chemical) extinguishers available
Definition
Dry
Term
What techniques should you use with Fire Hazard
Definition
PASS
RACE
Term
Radiation: Personal Film Badge Records must be kept for how long?
Definition
length of employment plus 30 years
Term
Gases: Tanks must be kept ____ and secured _____
Definition
vertical
upright
Term
True or False:
You should store gas with flammable liquids
Definition
False
Term
With Gases is it important to use correct piping (copper may not mix!)
Definition
Yes
Term
With Electrical Hazards what should be watched out for?
Definition
Water
Term
With Electrical Hazards what type of plugs and cords should you use?
Definition
Grounded plugs
Approved extension cords
Term
Accident Documentation
Definition
Report to your supervisor Immediately!
Fill out an incident report
Term
How long should Accident Documentation Records be maintained?
Definition
Length of employment plus 30 years
Term
What are the 2 Primary causes for accidents?
Definition
Unsafe conditions
Unsafe Acts
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