G.O. 4.7.2 EXPOSURE CONTROL PROGRAM

Question 1

Contaminated protective clothing, uniforms, other clothing or equipment can be taken home for cleaning.

True

False

Answer 1

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 5)

Contaminated protective clothing, uniforms, other clothing or equipment are not to be taken home for cleaning.

Question 2

What must the signs posted at entrances to potentially hazardous areas display?

Skull and Cross Bones symbol

fluorescent orange warning label

Biohazard symbol

red warning label

Answer 2

Biohazard Symbol

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 f)

Signs must be posted at entrances to potentially hazardous areas. These signs must show the BIOHAZARD symbol.

Question 3

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

a. The supervisor or appropriate personnel shall put on PPE and properly dispose of the hazardous material

True

False

Answer 3

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 a)

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

a. The supervisor or appropriate personnel shall call 911 and request Haz-Mat personnel and Law Enforcement response.

Question 4

Contaminated needles should be recapped by hand.

True

False

Answer 4

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 a)

Contaminated needles and other contaminated sharps will not be bent, recapped, or removed except by the use of the resheather or other mechanical device. Never recap or break off contaminated needles by hand! Syringe tube holders are provided for the whole hypodermic needle.

Question 5

Response levels for large contaminations that reach a Level 2 or 3 response can only be approved by who?

Sergeant or above

HRD

Risk Management

Lieutenant/Commander or above

Answer 5

Lieutenant/Commander or above

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 f)

Response levels for large contaminations in vehicles: Only a Lieutenant/Commander or above can approve a Level II or III response.

Question 6

If a deputy encounters a person in any other environment and reasonably suspects the person has an infectious disease, the deputy shall avoid direct contact with the person, attempt to move other people away and notify the Fire/Rescue Division to respond to assess the person.

True

False

Answer 6

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 7 c)

If a deputy encounters a person in any other environment and reasonably suspects the person has an infectious disease, the deputy shall avoid direct contact with the person, attempt to move other people away and notify the Fire/Rescue Division to respond to assess the person.

Question 7

All equipment which may become contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials shall be examined and decontaminated if feasible prior to servicing. If contaminated, a label shall be attached to the equipment stating which portions remain contaminated and this information shall be conveyed to the appropriate persons prior to servicing or shipping.

True

False

Answer 7

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 g)

All equipment which may become contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials shall be examined and decontaminated if feasible prior to servicing. If contaminated, a label shall be attached to the equipment stating which portions remain contaminated and this information shall be conveyed to the appropriate persons prior to servicing or shipping.

Question 8

What is the minimum amount of time the Exposure Control Program will be updated?

annually

every 3 months

bi-annually

every 6 months

Answer 8

Annually

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 o)

The “Exposure Control Program” shall be updated whenever needed, but at least annually

Question 9

What will employees complete to document any direct occupational exposure which does, or may potentially result in infections

Incident Report

a memo

First Report of Injury

Green Sheet

Answer 9

First Report of Injury

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 m)

Employees will complete a First Report of Injury to document any direct occupational exposure which does, or may potentially result in infections, (i.e., needle stick, body fluid in open wound, suspect mail or packages, etc.)

Question 10

What can be substituted for warning labels containing the Bio-hazard symbol?

fluorescent orange bags and containers

A leak proof container

Neon green bags and containers

Red bags and containers

Answer 10

Red Bags and containers

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 e)

Warning labels containing the Bio-hazard symbol must be displayed on all containers of regulated waste or potentially infectious materials (including refrigerators, freezers, and storage cabinets). The labels should be fluorescent orange or red. Red bags and containers may be substituted for such labels.

Question 11

the pathogenic microorganisms that may be present in human blood or its components and or products

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 11

Blood borne Pathogens

Question 12

hepatitis, tuberculosis, anthrax and other “Weapons of Mass Destruction” are included in the classification of “________________”

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 12

Infectious Diseases

Question 13

the presence or the reasonably anticipated presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials. this may involve laundry, sharps, mail, parcels, and equipment

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 13

Contaminated

Question 14

the reasonable anticipated risk to exposure with potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 14

Occupational Exposure

Question 15

the process of cleaning and sterilizing contaminated areas

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 15

Decontaminated

Question 16

specialized clothing or equipment worn for protection against an exposure hazard

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 16

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Question 17

a plan of action which is designated to eliminate or minimize employee exposure

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 17

Exposure Control Plan

Question 18

fluids that the body makes including, but not limited to blood, semen, mucous, feces, urine, vaginal secretions, breast milk, amniotic fluids, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, pericardial fluid, and fluids that might contain concentrated HIV or HBV viruses

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 18

Body Fluids

Question 19

the means to isolate or remove the bloodborne pathogens or other contaminates from the work place. It is a physical control to reduce the chance of exposure

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 19

Engineering Controls

Question 20

the controls that reduce the likelihood of exposure. Exposure Control Plan is an example of this type of engineering control

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 20

Work Practice Controls

Question 21

needles and other sharp objects

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 21

Sharps

Question 22

containers which hold the potentially infectious materials which are properly labeled and ready for disposal collection

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 22

Biological Hazard Containers

Question 23

the adequate supply of running water, soap and single use towels or hot air drying machine

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 23

Hand Washing

Question 24

any package or piece of mail, deliverable by the US Postal Service or private carrier that creates a credible concern for public safety. This concern may be caused by the nature of the package or mail or by the source the package or mail was sent from

Blood borne Pathogens

Infectious Diseases

Contaminated

Occupational Exposure

Decontaminated

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Exposure Control Plan

Body Fluids

Engineering Controls

Work Practice Controls

Sharps

Biological Hazard Containers

Hand Washing

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Answer 24

Suspect Package or Suspect Mail

Question 25

Waterless hand cleaner or hand wipes can substitute washing hands after working with hazardous material.

True

False

Answer 25

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 k)

Waterless hand cleaner or hand wipes shall be used as a temporary measure until soap and water is available.

Question 26

Who will update the “Exposure Control Program”?

HRD

Personnel Management Manager

Risk Management

Orange County Health Services

Answer 26

Risk Management

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 o)

The “Exposure Control Program” shall be updated whenever needed, but at least annually, by the Risk Management Supervisor.

Question 27

Select all that apply in the event suspect mail or parcel is identified

immediately notify your supervisor or appropriate personnel

in the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, the supervisor shall call 911, the area shall be immediately isolated, no one can enter besides Haz-Mat personnel, no one shall be made to clean up any spills besides Haz-Mat personnel, air circulation device should be turned off immediately, and a list of personnel who came in contact of the suspect item shall be made

if the suspect item doesn’t meet the criteria for further investigation, it shall either be forwarded or disposed of appropriately

do not handle or shake the suspect envelops, parcels or packages

the supervisor or appropriate personnel must complete an initial assessment on the item by using the Hazardous Material Worksheet

Answer 27

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d)

In the event suspect mail or parcel is identified:

1. Do not handle or shake the suspect envelopes, parcels or packages.
2. Immediately notify your supervisor or appropriate personnel.
3. The supervisor or appropriate personnel shall complete an initial assessment on the item by using the Hazardous Material Worksheet.
4. If the suspect item does not meet the criteria for further investigation, it shall either be forwarded or disposed of appropriately.
5. In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Question 28

If there is no further threat (to include notes or comments about anthrax, etc.) in the envelope, request the Orange County Fire Rescue Division personnel to “triple bag” the envelope and substance and leave it with the complainant. Ensure that either Law Enforcement or the F.D. calls the Orange County Environmental Protection Division (EPD) at 407-836-1400 and request them to come and pick up the package for disposal.

True

False

Answer 28

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 h)

If there is no further threat (to include notes or comments about anthrax, etc.) in the envelope, request the Orange County Fire Rescue Division personnel to “triple bag” the envelope and substance and leave it with the complainant. Ensure that either Law Enforcement or the F.D. calls the Orange County Environmental Protection Division (EPD) at 407-836-1400 and request them to come and pick up the package for disposal.

Question 29

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Other than Haz-Mat personnel, no one shall be allowed to enter the area containing the suspect item(s).

True

False

Answer 29

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 c)

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Other than Haz-Mat personnel, no one shall be allowed to enter the area containing the suspect item(s).

Question 30

As a supervisor, when an employee reports a body fluid exposure such as a needlestick, sharp object injury, or a splash of blood or body fluids, instruct the employee to follow these simple steps: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

Copiously rinse eyes or mucous membranes with tap water.

First Aid – bleed and vigorously wash the wound with soap and water. If wearing contacts, remove them and wash thoroughly.

The employee should call the Florida Hospital 24-hour Needlestick Hotline at 407-200-5490 or 1-888-807-1020, press 2 for immediate counseling and guidance

Contact on call HRD to advise of situation

Answer 30

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 2 a)

When an employee reports a body fluid exposure such as a needlestick, sharp object injury, or a splash of blood or body fluids, instruct the employee to follow these simple steps:

1. First Aid – bleed and vigorously wash the wound with soap and water. Copiously rinse eyes or mucous membranes with tap water. If wearing contacts, remove them and wash thoroughly.
2. The employee should call the Florida Hospital 24-hour Needlestick Hotline at 407-200-5490 or 1-888-807-1020, press 2 for immediate counseling and guidance. The Hotline staff should be consulted whenever there is a needlestick/body fluid exposure, even if there is a question on whether or not there was an exposure. Let the Hotline staff determine if there was an exposure.

Question 31

What are the program objectives of the Exposure Control Program? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

To make available Hepatitis vaccinations to all employees at risk after receipt of infectious diseases training and within ten (10) working days of initial assignment

To provide appropriate treatment and counseling should an employee be exposed to bloodborne pathogens or “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”

To establish procedures for the evaluation of circumstances surrounding exposure incidents

To identify all employees at risk of exposure to HIV and HBV, or other bloodborne pathogens and the “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”

To establish policies and procedures for controlling employee exposure to fluids or tissue considered being sources of HIV or HBV infection, or other bloodborne pathogens and “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”

To establish a training program for all employees with occupational exposure

To meet the standards established by the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA (29 CFR, Part 19010.1030 effective date March 6, 1992) on bloodborne pathogens including human immune deficiency virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B virus (HBV). Also, the guidelines established by the United States Mail Service for incoming mail handling and the Orange County Health Department.

To provide record keeping

To establish procedures for the evacuation and isolation of areas and people exposed to “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”

Answer 31

GO 4.7.2 (4 A)

Program Objectives

1. To meet the standards established by the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA (29 CFR, Part 19010.1030 effective date March 6, 1992) on bloodborne pathogens including human immune deficiency virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B virus (HBV). Also, the guidelines established by the United States Mail Service for incoming mail handling and the Orange County Health Department.
2. To identify all employees at risk of exposure to HIV and HBV, or other bloodborne pathogens and the “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”
3. To establish policies and procedures for controlling employee exposure to fluids or tissue considered being sources of HIV or HBV infection, or other bloodborne pathogens and “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”
4. To establish procedures for the evaluation of circumstances surrounding exposure incidents.
5. To establish procedures for the evacuation and isolation of areas and people exposed to “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”
6. To make available Hepatitis vaccinations to all employees at risk after receipt of infectious diseases training and within ten (10) working days of initial assignment.
7. To provide appropriate treatment and counseling should an employee be exposed to bloodborne pathogens or “Weapons of Mass Destruction.”
8. To establish a training program for all employees with occupational exposure.
9. To provide record keeping.

Question 32

If a vehicle is contaminated, where shall a Bio-Hazard sticker be placed?

on the drivers side window

on the green sheet

with the keys to the vehicle

on the front windshield

Answer 32

On the front windshield

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 a 2)

Place a Bio-Hazard sticker on the vehicle’s front windshield

Question 33

Response levels for large contaminations in vehicles:

within 24 hours

level I

Level II

Level III

Answer 33

Level I

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 d)

Response levels for large contaminations in vehicles:

1. Level I - within 24 hours.

Question 34

within 12 hours

level I

Level II

Level III

Answer 34

2. Level II - within 12 hours.

Question 35

within 2 hours

level I

Level II

Level III

Answer 35

3. Level III - within 2 hours.

Question 36

When shall contaminated clothing shall be submitted for cleaning or disposal

as soon as possible

prior to the start of next shift

at the end of shift

when time permits

Answer 36

As soon as possible

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 5 a)

Contaminated clothing shall be submitted for cleaning or disposal as soon as possible.

Question 37

What shall Deputies assess a person’s symptoms on?

relayed knowledge

agency approved training

personal knowledge and experience

self obtained training

Answer 37

Agency approved training

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 7 e)

Deputies shall assess a person’s symptoms based on agency approved training.

Question 38

Where should salvageable non-porous equipment be taken for cleaning and decontamination.

Contracted Cleaners

Risk Management

Gun Range

Forensics

Answer 38

Forensics

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 5 b 2)

Salvageable non-porous equipment should be placed in a red bag labeled with the employee’s name and contact number, and taken to Forensics for cleaning and decontamination.

Question 39

For a large fluid contamination, who determines whether we clean the spill or a contractor is called to clean the spill?

Risk Management

Fleet Management

Watch/Sector Commander

Sergeant

Answer 39

Watch/Sector Commander

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 a 1)

For large fluid contamination, the Watch Commander or sector Commander will determine whether we clean the spill or a contractor is called to clean the spill.

Question 40

In the event the FBI does not respond to a credible threat of a Haz-Mat situation, who will be requested to respond to take possession of the item?

Orange County Fire Rescue Division Haz-Mat

Evidence

Orange County E.P.D.

Bomb Squad

Answer 40

Orange County Environmental
Protection Division (EPD)

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 g)

In the event the FBI does not respond, the Orange County E.P.D. shall be requested to respond to take possession of the item.

Question 41

How long shall employees wash their hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves or other personal protective equipment when working with hazardous material?

5 miutes

2 minutes

60 seconds

30 seconds

Answer 41

60 seconds

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 k)

Employees shall wash their hands with soap and water for 60 seconds immediately or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves or other personal protective equipment.

Question 42

Where shall all blood or other potentially infectious materials will be placed?

in plastic bags

in evidence envelopes

in paper bags

in leak proof containers

Answer 42

In leak proof containers

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 d)

All blood or other potentially infectious materials will be placed in leak proof containers during collection, handling, processing, storage and transport.

Question 43

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

A list shall be established and maintained of all personnel who touched or otherwise came into contact with the suspected envelopes, parcels, or packages.

True

False

Answer 43

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 e)

Question 44

All spills of potentially infectious material shall be immediately disinfected and cleaned up using: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

a scoop

mask

appropriate gloves

safety goggles

absorbent material

Answer 44

Appropriate gloves, absorbent material and a scoop

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 j)

All spills of potentially infectious material shall be immediately disinfected and cleaned up using appropriate gloves, absorbent material, and a scoop. The waste shall be placed in a properly marked regulated waste container.

Question 45

If the employee or supervisor has any questions in reference to a Needlestick/Body Fluid Exposure, who should they contact?

HRD

Division Commander

Personnel Management Manager

Risk Management

Answer 45

Risk Management

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 2 d)

If the employee or supervisor has any questions, they should contact the on-call Risk Management staff member for assistance

Question 46

When handling mail within the agency, anyone can inspect incoming mail or parcels.

True

False

Answer 46

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 a)

Handling of Mail within the Agency

a. A trained employee shall inspect all incoming mail or parcels

Question 47

Who shall a supervisor or above notify of a threat assessment where there is a presence of a substance?

Orange County Fire Rescue Division

Risk Management

Intelligence

Orange County Health Services

Answer 47

Intelligence

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 f)

A supervisor or above shall notify Intelligence.

Question 48

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

The area shall be immediately isolated and cordoned off.

True

False

Answer 48

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 b)

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

The area shall be immediately isolated and cordoned off.

Question 49

If a deputy is transporting an arrestee and reasonably suspects through symptoms or self-disclosure the arrestee has an infectious disease, the deputy shall park in an isolated area, leave the arrestee in the vehicle and notify the Fire/Rescue Division to respond to assess the arrestee.

True

False

Answer 49

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 7 b)

If a deputy is transporting an arrestee and reasonably suspects through symptoms or self-disclosure the arrestee has an infectious disease, the deputy shall park in an isolated area, leave the arrestee in the vehicle and notify the Fire/Rescue Division to respond to assess the arrestee.

Question 50

What shall work surfaces be cleaned and decontaminated with after contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials?

50% bleach and water solution

pure bleach

alcohol

10% bleach and water solution

Answer 50

10% bleach and water solution

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 i)

Work surfaces shall be cleaned and decontaminated with 10% bleach and water solution or another approved solution immediately after contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials.

Question 51

Employees with open lesions/wounds shall not have any direct contact with potentially infectious material.

True

False

Answer 51

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 l)

Employees with open lesions/wounds shall not have any direct contact with potentially infectious material.

Question 52

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Air circulation devices (i.e., fans, air-conditioning, heating systems, etc.) should be set to low speed

True

False

Answer 52

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 e)

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Air circulation devices (i.e., fans, air-conditioning, heating systems, etc.) should be turned off immediately

Question 53

If the clothing and/or equipment is unsalvageable due to contamination, what should be done? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

do a green form (10-1451a) for the uniforms and equipment

do a blue form for personal articles

submit for cleaning

deposit the red bag in the biohazard box

Answer 53

deposit the red bag in the biohazard box, do a green form (10-1451a) for the uniforms and equipment, do a blue form for personal articles

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 5 b 1)

If the clothing and/or equipment is unsalvageable, deposit the red bag in the biohazard box and do a green form (10-1451a) for the uniforms and equipment and a blue form for personal articles.

Question 54

Who is the Needlestick Hotline staffed by?

Professional Nurses

Call Services Taker

Health Services Employee

Physician’s Assistant

Answer 54

Professional Nurses

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 2 b)

The Hotline is staffed by professional nurses with expertise in occupational exposures. They are sensitive to the emotional impact employees suffer when exposed to blood or body fluids. The Hotline staff will ask for complete details of the incident and offer a risk assessment of the injury. They will ask for any identifying information regarding the source individual, if known. They will determine immunization status of the employee such as Hepatitis B vaccinations and tetanus.

Question 55

Where will SWAT or DUI vans with a large fluid contamination be taken for cleaning?

Fleet

Ops

to the contracted cleaners

DUI Center

Answer 55

DUI Center

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 a 1)

SWAT or DUI vans should be taken to the DUI Center parking lot and keys left inside the DUI Center.

Question 56

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

Attempt to clean up any spills

True

False

Answer 56

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 d 5 c)

In the event the suspect item warrants further investigation, based upon the findings from the Hazardous Material Worksheet, the following shall be accomplished:

No attempt shall be made to clean up any spills. If possible, cover the spill and the suspect item(s). Only Haz-Mat personnel will remove the covering.

Question 57

How full can a puncture-proof biological hazard sharps container become before it has to be disposed of?

1/2

full

7/8

3/4

Answer 57

3/4

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 b)

These containers shall be sealed and dated when they are 3/4 full and then disposed of properly. Needles/sharps shall never be forced into a container.

Question 58

With vehicle spills of minor body fluid contamination (i.e., spill), use the Mess Kit according to instructions. These kits may be used on most surfaces and utilized for blood, urine, feces, vomit, or any other body fluid. Where are these kits available from? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

DUI Facility

Corporals

Lieutenants/Commanders

Each Sector

ASL’s

Risk Management

Sergeants

Answer 58

Each Sector, DUI Facility, Sergeants, Lieutenants/Commanders

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3)

Vehicle Spills

For minor body fluid contamination (i.e., spill), use the Mess Kit according to instructions. These kits may be used on most surfaces and utilized for blood, urine, feces, vomit, or any other body fluid. Kits are available at each sector and DUI Facility. They are also available from Sergeants, Lieutenants/Commanders, or Watch Commanders.

Question 59

If the Hotline staff determines there has been a true body fluid exposure, employees are not required to follow the instructions provided by the Hotline staff.

True

False

Answer 59

False

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 2 c)

If the Hotline staff determines there has been a true body fluid exposure, the employee will be referred to one of the Florida Hospital facilities (Florida Hospital Emergency Room, Centra Care or Florida Hospital Employee Clinic) offering specialized medical surveillance following body fluid exposures. Employees should follow the instructions provided by the Hotline staff and not deviate from them.

Question 60

No eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or lip balm, or the handling of contact lenses should occur in any area where there is a reasonable likelihood of occupational exposure.

True

False

Answer 60

True

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 1 c)

No eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or lip balm, or the handling of contact lenses should occur in any area where there is a reasonable likelihood of occupational exposure.

Question 61

If Intelligence determines that the incident is a credible threat where there is a presence of a FBI

substance, who shall be notified?

Orange County Fire Rescue Division Haz-Mat

EPD

Homeland Security

FBI

Answer 61

FBI

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 f)

If Intelligence determines that the incident is a credible threat, Intelligence shall notify the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Question 62

Where will a vehicle with a large fluid contamination, excluding SWAT or DUI vans, be taken for cleaning?

to the contracted cleaners

Ops

Fleet

DUI Center

Answer 62

Fleet

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 3 a 1)

Vehicle shall be driven or towed to Fleet Management parking lot. Vehicle keys will be left with Fleet Management.

Question 63

In conducting the initial threat assessment where there is a presence of a substance, who shall be requested to finish opening any partially open envelope and see what, if any, note or other items are in the envelope

Person taking the initial report

Orange County Fire Rescue Division Haz-Mat

Orange County Bomb Squad

Persons Investigator

Answer 63

Orange County Fire Rescue Division Haz-Mat

GO 4.7.2 (4 B 6 e)

In conducting the initial threat assessment where there is a presence of a substance, the Orange County Fire Rescue Division Haz-Mat personnel shall be requested to finish opening any partially open envelope and see what, if any, note or other items are in the envelope.