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CMI Restroom Sanitation & Infection Control Flashcards

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  1. Which government standard governs worker exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the custodial industry?

    Answer: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030

    OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) requires exposure control plans, PPE, and training for workers who may encounter blood or other infectious materials.

  2. What is the purpose of using a disinfectant rather than just a cleaner on restroom surfaces?

    Answer: Disinfectants kill or inactivate pathogens; cleaners only remove visible dirt

    Cleaners remove dirt and grime but do not necessarily kill microorganisms, while EPA-registered disinfectants are formulated to destroy or inactivate specific pathogens.

  3. What does the term 'sanitizing' mean in the context of restroom maintenance?

    Answer: Reducing microbial contamination to safe levels as determined by public health standards

    Sanitizing reduces bacteria on a surface to safe levels according to public health codes, which is less aggressive than full disinfection but sufficient for many surfaces.

  4. Which pathogen is most frequently associated with restroom-acquired illness in commercial buildings?

    Answer: Norovirus

    Norovirus is highly contagious and can survive on surfaces for days, making inadequately cleaned restrooms a common transmission point in commercial facilities.

  5. When should a custodial technician replace their gloves during restroom cleaning?

    Answer: When moving from contaminated areas (toilet) to less contaminated areas (sink), or if gloves are torn

    Changing gloves between high-contamination and lower-contamination areas prevents spreading pathogens from toilets to sinks and dispensers.

  6. What is the recommended practice after completing restroom cleaning duties?

    Answer: Remove gloves, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water

    Even after removing gloves, thorough handwashing with soap and water is required because gloves can have micro-tears and pathogens may be transferred during glove removal.