VETT 116 EXAM 1: OSHA AND
RADIATION SAFETY QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
True - Answer-You have the right to expect your workplace to be free from unnecessary
hazards
True - Answer-The ability to participate in a safety program at work is an important part
of your rights
False - Answer-You do not have the right to bring any safety concerns to the attention of
your employer without fear of reprisal. If the concern is not taken seriously or if a
dangerous situation is not adequately addressed, you cannot take the issue to a
regional OSHA office.
False - Answer-Medical evaluations, radiation exposure reports, and other such reports
collected by the veterinary hospital do not need to be made available for an employee to
review.
True - Answer-If your practice employs more than 10 employees, you have the right to
view the summary of work related injuries and illnesses.
True - Answer-It is your responsibility to learn and follow the safety rules and practices
that have been established for your position in the veterinary hospital.
False - Answer-You are not required under OSHA to comply with all occupational safety
and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued under the Act,
including workplace specific rules established by the leadership at your practice.
True - Answer-The Occupational Safety and Health Act applies to all workplaces in the
U.S. and its territories that have at least 1 employee.
Occupational Safety and Health Act - Answer-Law in the U.S. that established OSHA
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Answer-Gives every American
worker protections and responsibilities in the area of safety.
Occupational Safety and Health Act - Answer-Read the OSHA poster
Comply with all applicable standards
Wear or use prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE)while working
Report hazardous conditions to your supervisor
Report any job related injury or illness to the proper person and seek treatment
properly.
, True - Answer-You should never attempt to fight a fire if the fire is spreading beyond the
immediate area where it started or involves any part of the building or structure.
False - Answer-If the fire could block your escape route, you should attempt to fight it.
False - Answer-Even if you are unsure of the proper operation of a fire extinguisher, you
should still try to fight the fire by using it.
True - Answer-You should not fight a fire if you are in doubt that the extinguisher is
designed to fight the type of fire you are facing or if you are in doubt whether the
extinguisher is large enough to fight the fire.
True - Answer-Your first step in the event of a fire is to notify others about it and then
get out of the building safely if an evacuation is ordered.
True - Answer-Every practice should have a Hospital Safety Manual as a quick and
easy source of reference.
Hospital Safety Manual - Answer-A collection of written safety related policies and
procedures or do's and don'ts.
False - Answer-You should bend and lift with your back
True - Answer-If your practice doesn't have a motorized work table, get help when lifting
patients over 40 lbs.
True - Answer-Heavy equipment or supplies should be kept on lower shelves to prevent
unnecessary strain and reduce the risk of material falling on your head.
False - Answer-Store chemicals on shelves at or above eye level.
True - Answer-You should make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded if in
a wet area.
True - Answer-Surge suppressors should be used only to protect sensitive equipment
and should never be overloaded.
Name common workplace hazards in the veterinary hospital - Answer-Slip and Fall
Injuries
Back Injuries
Cluttered or Dirty Work Areas
Improper Storage of Materials
Ingestion of Pathogenic Organisms or Harmful Chemicals While Eating on the Job
Machinery and Equipment
Electrical
RADIATION SAFETY QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
True - Answer-You have the right to expect your workplace to be free from unnecessary
hazards
True - Answer-The ability to participate in a safety program at work is an important part
of your rights
False - Answer-You do not have the right to bring any safety concerns to the attention of
your employer without fear of reprisal. If the concern is not taken seriously or if a
dangerous situation is not adequately addressed, you cannot take the issue to a
regional OSHA office.
False - Answer-Medical evaluations, radiation exposure reports, and other such reports
collected by the veterinary hospital do not need to be made available for an employee to
review.
True - Answer-If your practice employs more than 10 employees, you have the right to
view the summary of work related injuries and illnesses.
True - Answer-It is your responsibility to learn and follow the safety rules and practices
that have been established for your position in the veterinary hospital.
False - Answer-You are not required under OSHA to comply with all occupational safety
and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued under the Act,
including workplace specific rules established by the leadership at your practice.
True - Answer-The Occupational Safety and Health Act applies to all workplaces in the
U.S. and its territories that have at least 1 employee.
Occupational Safety and Health Act - Answer-Law in the U.S. that established OSHA
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Answer-Gives every American
worker protections and responsibilities in the area of safety.
Occupational Safety and Health Act - Answer-Read the OSHA poster
Comply with all applicable standards
Wear or use prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE)while working
Report hazardous conditions to your supervisor
Report any job related injury or illness to the proper person and seek treatment
properly.
, True - Answer-You should never attempt to fight a fire if the fire is spreading beyond the
immediate area where it started or involves any part of the building or structure.
False - Answer-If the fire could block your escape route, you should attempt to fight it.
False - Answer-Even if you are unsure of the proper operation of a fire extinguisher, you
should still try to fight the fire by using it.
True - Answer-You should not fight a fire if you are in doubt that the extinguisher is
designed to fight the type of fire you are facing or if you are in doubt whether the
extinguisher is large enough to fight the fire.
True - Answer-Your first step in the event of a fire is to notify others about it and then
get out of the building safely if an evacuation is ordered.
True - Answer-Every practice should have a Hospital Safety Manual as a quick and
easy source of reference.
Hospital Safety Manual - Answer-A collection of written safety related policies and
procedures or do's and don'ts.
False - Answer-You should bend and lift with your back
True - Answer-If your practice doesn't have a motorized work table, get help when lifting
patients over 40 lbs.
True - Answer-Heavy equipment or supplies should be kept on lower shelves to prevent
unnecessary strain and reduce the risk of material falling on your head.
False - Answer-Store chemicals on shelves at or above eye level.
True - Answer-You should make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded if in
a wet area.
True - Answer-Surge suppressors should be used only to protect sensitive equipment
and should never be overloaded.
Name common workplace hazards in the veterinary hospital - Answer-Slip and Fall
Injuries
Back Injuries
Cluttered or Dirty Work Areas
Improper Storage of Materials
Ingestion of Pathogenic Organisms or Harmful Chemicals While Eating on the Job
Machinery and Equipment
Electrical
