Laboratory Safety Flashcards
(42 cards)
Pathogenic microorganisms present in blood causing infection or disease
Bloodborne Pathogens
Greatest or Most Common risk associated with Hematology Laboratory?
Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids
Greatest or Most Common risk associated with Hematology Laboratory?
Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids
Who issued the final rule for the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens?
Occupational Safety Hazard and Health Administration
Who issued the final rule for the Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens?
Occupational Safety Hazard and Health Administration
What is the original term of OSHA?
Universal Precautions
What is OSHA’S current terminology?
Standard Precautions
Give 3 Examples of Bloodborne Pathogen.
- Hepa B Virus
- Hepa C Virus
- HIV
One of the most important safety practices
Hand Washing
If water is not readily available for handwashing, what is the alternative solution?
62% Alcohol
How many seconds does one individual do handwashing?
20 Seconds
What must be kept away from mouth and mucous membranes?
Fomites or any surfaces
Contaminated sharps must be placed in _________ container / color _____ container with universal biohazard symbol
Punture-Resistant / Red
What does PPE consist of?
- Lab Gown
- Gloves
- Head Cap
- Mask
- Eye googles
What is the primary containment of specimens that uses Pneumatic Tube System?
Appropriate Tube
What is the Secondary Containment of a specimen that uses Pneumatic Tube System?
Special Self-Sealing Leak-proof bag with Biohazard Symbol
What is the ratio for the appropriate disinfectant solution?
1:10
What % of volume dilution is for appropriate disinfectant solution?
10%
___ ml of Bleach should be added to ___ ml of Water
10 ml / 90 ml
____ cups of bleach to ____ gallon of water
1 ½ / 1
Laboratory employees should receive the HBV Vaccination at no cost before or within _____ days after beginning work in the lab.
10 Days
What is the Right placement of Fire Extinguishers?
75 Feet
Fire Extinguishers should be checked ____ and maintained _____
Monthly / Annually
What is the appropriate distance of fire detection system and fire alarm inside the laboratory?
≤200 Feet
