Exposure Control Plan

Question 1

contaminated PPE must be placed inside _________ and the PPE checklist for returned gear (FRD-033) should be taped to the outside of the bag and sent to the PPE center for cleaning.

Answer 1

Two red biohazard bags

Question 2

blood or body fluid exposure to intact skin for a period longer than ______ is termed a risk exposure.

Answer 2

30 minutes

Question 3

what diseases may require post exposure prophylaxis?

Answer 3

HIV, hepatitis B/C, TB, rabies, meningococcal disease, pertussis, measles, and varicella

Question 4

how should equipment like backboards be cleaned?

Answer 4

With a bleach solution (1:9) left wet for 10 minutes, then flushed and towel dried

Question 5

containers or bags used to contain medical waste must be labeled with fluorescent _____ colored “biohazard“ label

Answer 5

Orange

Question 6

after an infectious disease exposure, what information should be provided to the safety officer?

Answer 6

Hospital destination
Source patient name, MRN, date of birth
Employee contact phone number
Submit FRD -314
Injury report if needed