Laboratory Safety & Compliance Flashcards

Which OSHA regulation specifically governs occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials?

Answer: 29 CFR 1910.1030

The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard is codified at 29 CFR 1910.1030.

Under the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, how often must the Exposure Control Plan be reviewed and updated at minimum?

Answer: Annually

OSHA requires the Exposure Control Plan to be reviewed and updated at least annually.

An employer must offer the hepatitis B vaccine series to at-risk employees within what time frame after initial assignment?

Answer: 10 working days, at no cost to the employee

OSHA requires the HBV vaccine be made available free of charge within 10 working days of initial assignment.

A Class II biological safety cabinet provides protection for which of the following?

Answer: Personnel, product, and environment

Class II BSCs use inward airflow and HEPA-filtered downflow and exhaust to protect the worker, the sample, and the environment.

On the NFPA 704 hazard diamond, what does the blue quadrant indicate?

Answer: Health hazard

Blue represents health hazard, red flammability, yellow instability, and white special hazards.

A fire starts in an energized centrifuge. Which fire extinguisher class is appropriate?

Answer: Class C

Class C extinguishers are designed for fires involving energized electrical equipment.

Immediately after a percutaneous needlestick with a used phlebotomy needle, what should the laboratorian do first?

Answer: Wash the site thoroughly with soap and water

CDC recommends immediately washing the wound with soap and water, then reporting and seeking medical evaluation.