Risk Management & Mitigation Flashcards
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Where should Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for facility cleaning chemicals be kept?
Answer: In a location readily accessible to employees during every shift
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requires that SDSs be readily accessible to employees in their work area.
Which dilution of household bleach (about 5-6% sodium hypochlorite) is commonly recommended for disinfecting surfaces against parvovirus?
Answer: 1 part bleach to 32 parts water (about 1:32)
A roughly 1:32 dilution (about 1/2 cup per gallon) applied to cleaned surfaces with adequate contact time is effective against parvovirus.
Why must organic matter such as feces be removed before applying disinfectant to a kennel floor?
Answer: Organic matter can inactivate or shield pathogens from many disinfectants
Many disinfectants, especially bleach, lose effectiveness in the presence of organic debris, so cleaning must precede disinfection.
Two dogs begin a serious fight in a playgroup. Which intervention is safest for staff?
Answer: Use a loud noise, water spray, or a barrier board to separate them
Distraction tools and barriers separate dogs without putting staff hands near their mouths.
Which item should be included in a written incident report after a dog injury?
Answer: Date, time, dogs and staff involved, what happened, and actions taken
A factual, detailed report supports follow-up care, owner communication, insurance claims, and prevention planning.
What is the main risk-management reason for maintaining an appropriate staff-to-dog ratio in playgroups?
Answer: It allows staff to monitor body language and intervene before conflicts escalate
Adequate supervision lets handlers spot warning signs and prevent fights or injuries.
Which zoonotic fungal infection can spread from boarded pets to staff through skin contact?
Answer: Ringworm (dermatophytosis)
Ringworm is a fungal infection transmissible between animals and people, so gloves and isolation of affected pets are important.
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