Acronyms
What does SDS stand for and what does it contain?
*50 extra points if you know where it is currently located
Safety Data Sheets, contains detailed information about the properties, hazards, and safe handling of a specific chemical or substance
*currently located on the desktop of all of the computers in the treatment area and can be opened from any computer by going to the SHARE drive. Every sheet is accessible under the folder labeled "Safety Data Sheets"
A doctor has just removed a mass off of a patient and is ready to put it in a formalin jar that is being held by a tech. What PPE should be worn by the tech and doctor?
Both parties need to be wearing safety glasses, gloves, and have long sleeves to avoid getting any formalin on their skin or in their eyes.
Hazards: Causes skin irritation, may cause an allergic skin reaction, causes serious eye damage, suspected of causing cancer, causes damage to organs
Someone who is a known contact wearer has just gotten some of the Diff Quix Fixative solution (the light blue one) into their eyes! What should you do to help them?
Per the SDS, lead them to the eye wash station! Immediately flush their eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention. If necessary, call a poison center or physician.
Where is the eyewash station located?
In the lab sink
According to OSHA, which year has had the fewest recorded worker deaths?
In fiscal year 2024, federal OSHA investigated 826 worker deaths, an 11 percent reduction from 928 in the previous year. Excluding Covid-related deaths, this is the lowest number of worker fatalities OSHA has been mandated to investigate since FY 2017
Personal Protective Equipment, should be worn to minimize exposure/ anytime you are dealing with something hazardous
Ouch! You have just stabbed a clean needle into your hand while trying to recap it using two hands. What should you do now? What is the proper way to recap a needle according to OSHA?
Report the injury in the injury log (located on the shelf above the Procyte)
We should never be recapping needles, but when it is necessary, the one-handed scoop method should be used. This involves holding the syringe in one hand, placing the cap on a flat surface, and using the needle to scoop the cap on, then pushing it securely into place with the same hand.
How long does Rescue have to sit to be effective in getting rid of kennel cough, Parvovirus, CIV, FELV, and ringworm?
5 minutes. It is also effective against Enterococcus, Microsporum Canis, Streptococcus, and more!
**Dilutions are different for different types of pathogens! Please check the bottle:1:16 for bactericidal and fungicidal action, 1:16 to 1:64 for virucidal action, and 1:128 for broad-spectrum non-food contact surface sanitization.
What are 2 of the 3 signs it is time to replace a fire extinguisher?
Each fire extinguisher has a dial with a red zone and a green zone. As long as the arrow is still in the green zone and the tubing is intact, and the pin is in place, it is safe to use!
According to OSHA, what was the number one cause of worker's deaths in 2023?
Falls
What does OSHA stand for and what is its purpose?
Occupational Health and Safety Administration, to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards, and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance
A dog weighs 50lbs and you are confident that you can safely carry him on your own. Is it okay to do so?
Yes. 51lbs is the maximum.
OSHA does not have a standard which sets limits on how much a person may lift or carry. However, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has developed a mathematical model that helps predict the risk of injury based on the weight being lifted and other criteria which equates to 51lbs maximum average.
Oh no! Someone has just dropped an unopened bottle of isoflurane on the floor and the bottle has broken and now there's a puddle of iso on the floor! How should it be cleaned up?
Using the spill kit located hanging on the wall across from the doctors' offices and next to the dental suite. The spill kit can be used for the cleanup of any liquid (ie. blood, flood waters, sewage) or chemical product (whether it's classed as hazardous or not)
Per AAHA, how many CE credits do the CSRs, VAs, CVTs, and Doctors need and how often?
CSR/VA: 15 hours every 2 years
CVTs: 20 hours every 2 years
DVM: 50 hours per year (20 of those hours must be in the field of scientific veterinary medicine)
This law was created by OSHA to protect workers in the workplace
Right to Know Law
What does AVMA stand for and what is its role in workplace safety?
American Veterinary Medical Association, provides resources, guidance, and support to veterinary practices and their employees
What two things are wrong with this picture?
1) Chemicals should not be stored on floor, window ledges (no alcohol on the window ledge in the cat room!), or balconies.
2) Hazardous chemicals must be stored at waist height or lower.
A client needs a refill of methimazole. What steps do you take when filling it and why are these steps taken?
Methimazole is absorbable through the skin. You must wear gloves AND use a separate, designated tray and pill counter when filling. Also make sure to label the client's bottle with the caution when handling and wear gloves stickers.
How often does the X-Ray PPE need to be tested and what is one of the three ways it is tested?
*50 extra points if you can name when it was last done
Lead gowns, gloves, and thyroid shields need to be tested every 6 months. They must pass a physical, visual, and xray inspection
3/31/25. This is posted on the board in the radiology room next to the computer for all to see
What act formed OSHA?
Occupational Safety and Health Act- which was signed into law by President Richard Nixon on December 29, 1970
What does ALARA stand for and what does it refer to?
As Low as Reasonably Achievable- making every reasonable effort to reduce radiation doses for oneself
It's important that exits and the hallways leading to them are free of obstructions in case of emergencies. How many inches of hallway must be kept clear at all times?
36 inches. The hallway we dump boxes in is 56 inches, so please keep this in mind on days we receive a lot of boxes. They cannot stay in the hallway if exceeding that 36 inches and need to be taken out to the dumpster immediately.
You are planning on making a new, small bottle of alcohol for a room. What step(s) do you need to take prior to putting the alcohol into a new container?
You need a GHS secondary label. On the label you must include: Product Identifier (The name of the chemical or product as it appears on the SDS), General Hazard Information (Words, pictures, or symbols that convey the physical and health hazards of the hazardous material), Date of Transfer/Preparation, Concentration (if applicable), Name of Person who Transferred or Prepared
You have pulled up more Alfaxalone than needed for a patient. How do you properly dispose of it and what is the name of the form that needs to be filled out?
Record in the drug log the wasted amount as well as fill out Form 41 supplied by the DEA. This form needs to be kept for our records, so please place it on my desk after it is completed.
What are 3 of the 6 types of hazards monitored by OSHA?
Physical- noise, radiation, vibration, and extreme temperatures
Chemical-hazardous substances that can cause harm
Biological-viruses, bacteria, insects, and animals that can cause adverse health impacts
Ergonomic-physical strain on the body, such as from repetitive motions, awkward postures, or heavy lifting
Safety- conditions that can cause accidents or injuries, such as slip, trip, and fall hazards
Psychosocial- workplace factors that can affect mental health, such as stress, bullying, and violence.