Safety and Infection Control

What does OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

What is OSHA's main purpose?

Protect workers from workplace hazards

What does CDC stand for?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

What is the CDC's main focus?

Studying infectious diseases and controlling their spread

What does NIOSH stand for?

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

What is NIOSH's purpose?

Researches worker safety and health

What is the Joint Commission?

An organization involved in healthcare safety and accreditation standards

What are Environment of Care Standards?

Standards addressing safety and hazard control in healthcare facilities

What does ADA stand for?

Americans with Disabilities Act

What is the purpose of the ADA?

Ensures access to publicly offered goods and services for individuals with disabilities

What is hazard control?

The process of minimizing threats of harm through preventive measures

What should a medical assistant do when finding structural flaws?

Report them to maintenance immediately

What should exam rooms have regarding medical equipment?

Documented inspections performed regularly

What should happen to instruments after use?

They should be inspected and properly sterilized

Where should medications and drug samples be stored?

In a secure location

What should be done with gas cylinders?

Keep them secured

What should be readily accessible for emergencies?

First-aid kits and battery-powered flashlights

Where should evacuation plans be posted?

On doors and in patient areas

What should be done with fire extinguishers?

Inspect them periodically

What is a hazard control procedure?

A documented plan describing actions taken to reduce accidents and injuries

What does a hazard control procedure include?

Safety procedures, PPE use, and employee training

What is a significant exposure?

An exposure that leaves a person at greater risk of infection

What should be documented after a significant exposure?

Type, duration, and method of transmission

Who should be notified after a significant exposure according to the PDF?

The local health department

What infections may healthcare employees be screened for?

Hepatitis B, rubella, measles, mumps, varicella, and tuberculosis