CLS Laboratory Safety & Compliance 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1910.1030

Answer

The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard is codified at 29 CFR 1910.1030.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

10 working days, at no cost to the employee

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Personnel, product, and environment

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Health hazard

Answer

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

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