Safety
How do you access the Hazardous Materials Management Information System (HMMIS)?
CMCL Homepage --> Safety --> Under Links section --> HMMIS
Mayo Homepage - Search HMMIS
Where is CMCL's first designated meeting location in the event of a fire or visible smoke?
First Designated Meeting Location: East hallway on Hilton 2nd floor
What biosafety level is our lab?
Hint: There's a sign.
Biosafety Level 2
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What days will CAP be on site?
April 28th and 29th
Where can you find the Mayo RST Safety Page?
Mayo Homepage --> Destinations --> Safety --> RST
What does P.A.S.S stand for?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Where are the 2 CAP posters located in the lab?
BEE side- on the wall next to large calendar by ETV
WASP side- on the wall by the receiving bench
Prescription glasses are an appropriate substitute for safety glasses? T or F
False
What does CAP stand for?
College of American Pathologists
Where do you locate CMCL's PPE policy?
Title 21 - Emergency Preparedness Plan for Clinical Microbiology Core Laboratory (CMCL) [RCM.PROC-28126]
or
Emergency Preparedness Plan binder
What does R.A.C.E stands for?
Relocate, Activate, Contain, extinguish (if safe to do so)
Where is this text located?
"Master copies are retained online. Printed copies are considered current only on the date printed unless stamped Controlled"
The footer of all policies and procedures
How should your glove meet your lab coat sleeve cuff?
Gloves need to go over the sleeve cuff
How often does CMCL have an external CAP Inspection?
Every other year
Where can you locate the Employee Incident Form?
Link in Emergency Preparedness Plan for Clinical Microbiology Core Laboratory (CMCL) [RCM.PROC-28126]
CMCL Homepage --> Safety --> Body Fluid Exposure Section
What type of outage follows CLEAR?
Information Technology (IT)
How long do you flush your eyes after a chemical splash to the eyes?
15 minutes
What PPE is required when working with specimens and/or chemicals in CMCL?
Lab Coat/Gown, Gloves, Eye Protection, Closed-Toe Shoes
Who are the CAP inspectors?
Practicing laboratory professionals
What CMCL SOP describes the steps necessary if there was a Biological Agent Spill?
Biohazard Risk Assessment Clinical Microbiology Core Laboratory [RCM.PROC-47330]
Where is CMCL's second designated meeting location in the event of a fire or visible smoke?
Second Designated Meeting Location: Southwest Gonda Lobby
What type of footwear is required when working in the laboratory?
Impervious footwear (e.g., leather, synthetic leather) including close-toed shoes that completely cover the sides and metatarsals area (top) of the foot; the area of skin between the shoe and ankle should not be exposed
What is the correct order for donning (putting on) and doffing (removing) PPE?
Donning
1. Lab Coat
2. Mask (if applicable)
3. Protective Eyewear/Face Shield
4. Gloves
Doffing
1. Gloves
2. Lab Coat
3. Protective Eyewear
4. Mask (if applicable)
What is the purpose of the CAP inspection?
Ensures laboratory compliance with stringent quality standards to improve patient safety, accuracy, and efficiency. These peer-led site visits (typically every two years) verify that labs meet regulatory requirements (including CLIA) for accreditation, fostering standardized best practices across molecular, biochemical, and pathology specialties.