CMI Restroom Sanitation & Infection Control Flashcards
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What is the correct dilution principle when preparing disinfectant solutions for restroom cleaning?
Answer: Follow the manufacturer's label instructions precisely
Manufacturer label dilution rates are required by EPA registration and ensure the product is both effective against pathogens and safe for surfaces and users.
How should custodial staff handle a needlestick injury that occurs while cleaning a restroom?
Answer: Immediately wash the wound, report to a supervisor, and follow the facility's exposure control plan
Needlestick injuries must be treated immediately by washing with soap and water, followed by prompt reporting to initiate post-exposure protocols as required by OSHA.
What is the best practice for dealing with sharps (needles, razors) found in restrooms?
Answer: Use a sharps container and puncture-resistant gloves — never pick up with bare hands
Sharps must be placed in puncture-resistant sharps containers using appropriate tools, never handled with bare hands, to prevent injury and pathogen exposure.
Why is proper ventilation important during restroom disinfection?
Answer: To prevent inhalation of chemical vapors and ensure safe air quality for workers
Many disinfectants release fumes that can irritate respiratory tracts or cause chemical exposure injuries, making ventilation essential for custodial worker safety.
What does it mean when a cleaning product is labeled 'EPA-registered' for disinfection use?
Answer: The EPA has evaluated the product's safety and efficacy claims and approved it as a disinfectant
EPA registration means the agency has reviewed scientific data supporting the product's ability to kill specific pathogens listed on the label under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
What is the primary purpose of a two-bucket mopping system in restroom sanitation?
Answer: To keep clean solution separate from dirty rinse water, preventing recontamination of floors
The two-bucket system separates clean solution from soiled rinse water so mops are never dipped back into clean solution, preventing the spreading of contaminated water across the floor.