OSHA
Who is our OSHA Coordinator and Facilitator?
Silver & Jess :)
What is the definition of biomedical waste?
Any solid or liquid waste which may present a threat of infection to humans.
When should sharps containers be replaced?
Routinely! and they should NEVER overfill
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What are the CDC hand hygiene guidelines for fingernails?
CDC requires clinical team members to keep natural fingernails short and smooth, allows freshly applied light-colored polish, and prohibits artificial nails and nail extenders in clinical areas.
How often does OSHA compliance need to be reviewed?
Annually (every 12 months)
What color(s) are associated with biomedical waste?
Red/Orange Red
What does ALARA stand for?
As low as reasonably achievable
Give 4 examples of PPE
Gloves
Mask
Face shield
Lab coat
Name two ways to break the chain of infection
Thoroughly Disinfecting Surfaces, Rescheduling sick pts, Vaccines, PPE, Good Diet, Intact skin.
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is the name of the biomedical waste facility we CURRENTLY partner with?
Triology Medwaste
Name all the 4 team members who are responsible for an OSHA Binder
Silver- Bio Waste Logs, Spore Tests, OSHA Certs
Jess- Fire Extinguisher, Compressed Gas, Amalgam Separator,
Catherine-Eye wash, AED, O2 Maintenance
Stephanie- Autoclave and Ultrasonic Maintenance
Can glasses with side shields, or face shields be used instead of goggles?
YES! Eye protection must be worn anytime there is potential to come in contact with blood, saliva, flying debris or liquid chemicals. Googles, face shields, glasses with side shields and loops with side shields are all acceptable forms of Eye Protection.
Name two ways to reduce radiation exposure when taking x-rays?
Limit the # of exposures; using exposure setting correctly; using digital sensors
What does the acronym SDS stand for, where can it be located, who has access to it?
Safety Data Sheet; On Dentira' s website; Docs, PMO and Silver!
What information should be identified on each package to be sterilized?
Time or cycle load#
Autoclave Number
Date
(Labels or stamps are acceptable)
What organ is the most susceptible to dental radiation exposure and how can we protect it?
The Thyroid ; Using a lead apron with a collar
What kind of shoes are OSHA compliant?
Shoes that completely cover your feet and have no holes. Crocs, Flops or open toed shoes are not acceptable!
What engineering or work practice controls do we implement in office to protect ourselves from sharps injuries?
Using needle recapping devices; disposable scalpel; removing burs from hand pieces; one handed scoop method; card board barriers
In the state of Florida how long do you have to keep OSHA Records on file in office?
A. 3 years
B. 5 Years
C.10 Years
D.2 Years
What are 3 examples of sharps and 3 non-sharps related biomedical waste materials generated in the office?
-Needles, scalpel blades, endo files
-Contaminated gloves, dental bibs, saturated gauze
What is the order for putting on PPE's? (gloves, mask, lab coat, eye protection)
Lab coat
Mask
Eye protection
Gloves
Name the three requirements of a lab jacket
1. Knee length to cover knees and thighs when sitting
2. Cuffed Sleeves
3. Buttons that go all the way up to your neck
What are the 4 government agencies that help enforce infection control?
OSHA (occupational safety and health administration)
CDC (centers for disease control and prevention)
EPA (environmental protection agency)
FDA (food and drug administration)