CHSP Hazardous Materials Management 3

Question 1

What is the EPA Universal Waste rule and how does it apply to healthcare facilities?

Accepted Answer

It provides streamlined management standards for common hazardous wastes like batteries, mercury thermostats, and certain lamps

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It requires all waste to be treated identically

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It exempts healthcare facilities from all hazardous waste regulations

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It only applies to industrial manufacturing

Question 2

What is the purpose of secondary containment for hazardous chemical storage?

Accepted Answer

To capture spills or leaks and prevent hazardous materials from reaching drains, soil, or groundwater

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To provide additional shelf space

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To improve aesthetic appearance

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To maintain optimal temperature

Question 3

Under DOT regulations, which hazard class covers infectious substances during transportation?

Accepted Answer

Class 6, Division 6.2 Infectious Substances

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Class 3 Flammable Liquids

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Class 8 Corrosive Materials

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Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

Question 4

What is the role of a Chemical Hygiene Officer in a healthcare facility laboratory?

Accepted Answer

To develop, implement, and oversee the Chemical Hygiene Plan and ensure compliance with the Laboratory Standard

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To clean the laboratory after hours

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To order laboratory supplies

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To conduct patient diagnostic testing

Question 5

What type of spill kit should be available in areas where mercury-containing devices are used?

Accepted Answer

A mercury spill kit containing sulfur powder, collection containers, and specialized cleanup tools

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A standard absorbent material kit

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A bleach-based decontamination kit

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No spill kit is necessary

Question 6

What is the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit for ethylene oxide, a common healthcare sterilization agent?

Accepted Answer

1 ppm as an 8-hour time-weighted average

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50 ppm over 8 hours

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10 ppm over 4 hours

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There is no established PEL