CHSP Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield CHSP facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. How should chemotherapy waste be segregated and disposed of in a healthcare facility? → In yellow chemotherapy waste containers separate from other hazardous waste
2. What is the recommended frequency for full-scale emergency exercises in hospitals? → Annually
3. During a Joint Commission survey, which approach is used to evaluate patient care processes? → Tracer methodology
4. Which type of ventilation system is used in healthcare to protect workers from chemical fume exposure in laboratories? → Chemical fume hoods with direct exhaust
5. What is the purpose of fire door inspections in a healthcare facility? → To ensure fire doors function properly and will contain fire and smoke when closed
6. Which NFPA standard specifically addresses healthcare facility emergency power systems? → NFPA 110
7. What does the term mutual aid agreement mean in healthcare emergency preparedness? → A pre-arranged agreement between organizations to provide assistance during emergencies
8. What does the acronym RACE stand for in healthcare fire emergency response? → Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish/Evacuate
9. In the context of healthcare emergency management, what does COOP stand for? → Continuity of Operations Plan
10. Which type of automatic sprinkler system is most appropriate for an unheated storage area in a healthcare facility where pipes could freeze? → Dry pipe system
11. What is the minimum bleach concentration recommended by CDC for disinfecting surfaces contaminated with C. difficile? → 1:10 dilution (5,000 ppm) or EPA-registered sporicidal product
12. What is the first step in developing a safety improvement plan? → Conduct a risk assessment
13. Which regulatory framework guides healthcare safety management systems? → Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards
14. Under NFPA 101, what is the minimum corridor width required in healthcare occupancies used for the movement of patients in beds? → 8 feet
15. What is a common timeline requirement for completing a root cause analysis after a sentinel event? → Within 45 days of the event or becoming aware of it
16. Which NFPA standard is commonly referred to as the Life Safety Code? → NFPA 101
17. What is the first step in the hazard identification process? → Conduct workplace inspections
18. What is the role of the Safety Officer in the Hospital Incident Command System? → Monitoring and assessing hazardous and unsafe conditions during incident response
19. What is the minimum emergency water supply required for healthcare facilities per CMS? → 96 hours of potable water
20. Which type of guard is required on machines with rotating parts to prevent contact injuries in maintenance areas? → Fixed barrier guards or interlocked guards
21. What is the purpose of a pre-construction risk assessment (PCRA) in a healthcare facility? → To identify and mitigate safety risks to patients and staff before construction begins
22. Which OSHA standard requires employers to provide and maintain Safety Data Sheets for hazardous chemicals? → Hazard Communication Standard
23. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a hospital's multidisciplinary Safety Committee? → Analyzing safety-related data and making recommendations for improvement to leadership.
24. What is the first priority in hospital emergency triage during a mass casualty incident? → Identify patients needing immediate treatment
25. Which control method is considered 'engineering controls' for infection hazards? → Negative pressure isolation rooms
26. What is the purpose of an 'all-hazards' approach in healthcare emergency planning? → To prepare for multiple potential disaster scenarios
27. What information should each identified risk entry contain in a healthcare facility risk register? → Risk description, probability, severity, risk score, owner, mitigation plan, and status
28. What is the most common type of workplace violence in healthcare settings? → Patient or visitor violence against healthcare workers
29. What is the maximum dead-end corridor length permitted in a fully sprinklered healthcare occupancy per NFPA 101? → 30 feet
30. Which metric is most valuable for measuring SMS effectiveness? → Near-miss reporting rates