CHESP (CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL) EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM NEWEST 2026
COMPLETE REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS/ ALREADY GRADED A+| CHESP EXAM PREP (MOST
RECENT!!)
1. What organization provides guidelines for choosing disposal methods in
healthcare settings?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Joint Commission (TJC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
2. If a healthcare facility uses a cleaning solution with a pH of 10 for disinfecting
surfaces, how would this affect its effectiveness compared to a solution with
a pH of 7?
The solution with a pH of 7 is more effective due to lower toxicity.
The solution with a pH of 10 is more effective for disinfecting due to
its higher alkalinity.
The solution with a pH of 7 is more effective because it is neutral.
Both solutions are equally effective regardless of pH.
3. Describe the role of the EPA guidelines in the context of disinfectant
approval in healthcare settings.
The EPA guidelines establish the standards of evidence required for
a disinfectant to be approved for use in healthcare settings.
The EPA guidelines focus solely on the labeling of chemicals used in
healthcare.
, The EPA guidelines are only applicable to environmental services
management.
The EPA guidelines do not address disinfectants used in healthcare
settings.
4. If a healthcare facility is evaluating disposal contracts, what factors should
they consider according to TJC guidelines beyond just price?
The reputation of the company in the community
Only the lowest bid
The number of employees the company has
Safety and compliance with regulations
5. What is the name of the document that outlines standards of evidence for
approved disinfectants?
CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommendations
WHO (World Health Organization) protocols
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) guidelines
6. What personal protective equipment is required by OSHA when cleaning an
occupied room with airborne precautions?
N95 respirator and gloves
Surgical mask and goggles
Face shield and gown
Gloves and hairnet
7. Dr. Strummer is investigating an outbreak of gastroenteritis at the Brixton
Home for Delinquent Geriatrics. Testing identifies the causative agent of the
, outbreak as Clostridium difficile, an anaerobic, endospore-forming organism.
The facility asks Dr. Strummer for his recommendations for disinfecting patient
rooms. Which of the following is advice Dr. Strummer should give to facility:
Use a 70% alcohol solution to sterilize all surfaces in rooms with
infected patients.
Use a bleach based disinfectant to sterilize all surfaces in rooms
with infected patients.
Use a quartenary ammonium compound based disinfectant to sterilize
all surfaces in rooms with infected patients.
Use a mild soap and hot water to sterilize all surfaces in rooms with
infected patients.
8. How is pneumonia typically transmitted from person to person?
Through direct contact with infected skin lesions
Through contaminated food and water
Through mosquito bites
Through the inhalation of respiratory droplets
9. In a healthcare setting, if an outbreak of Streptococcus pneumoniae occurs,
what immediate action should be taken to control its spread?
Conduct a survey of all staff to assess their vaccination status against
Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Increase the use of personal protective equipment for all staff
members only.
Implement isolation protocols for affected patients and enhance
cleaning of common areas.
Limit patient visitation to reduce exposure to the pathogen.
10. If a healthcare facility is using a washing machine that operates at a maximum
PROFESSIONAL) EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM NEWEST 2026
COMPLETE REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS/ ALREADY GRADED A+| CHESP EXAM PREP (MOST
RECENT!!)
1. What organization provides guidelines for choosing disposal methods in
healthcare settings?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The Joint Commission (TJC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
2. If a healthcare facility uses a cleaning solution with a pH of 10 for disinfecting
surfaces, how would this affect its effectiveness compared to a solution with
a pH of 7?
The solution with a pH of 7 is more effective due to lower toxicity.
The solution with a pH of 10 is more effective for disinfecting due to
its higher alkalinity.
The solution with a pH of 7 is more effective because it is neutral.
Both solutions are equally effective regardless of pH.
3. Describe the role of the EPA guidelines in the context of disinfectant
approval in healthcare settings.
The EPA guidelines establish the standards of evidence required for
a disinfectant to be approved for use in healthcare settings.
The EPA guidelines focus solely on the labeling of chemicals used in
healthcare.
, The EPA guidelines are only applicable to environmental services
management.
The EPA guidelines do not address disinfectants used in healthcare
settings.
4. If a healthcare facility is evaluating disposal contracts, what factors should
they consider according to TJC guidelines beyond just price?
The reputation of the company in the community
Only the lowest bid
The number of employees the company has
Safety and compliance with regulations
5. What is the name of the document that outlines standards of evidence for
approved disinfectants?
CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommendations
WHO (World Health Organization) protocols
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) guidelines
6. What personal protective equipment is required by OSHA when cleaning an
occupied room with airborne precautions?
N95 respirator and gloves
Surgical mask and goggles
Face shield and gown
Gloves and hairnet
7. Dr. Strummer is investigating an outbreak of gastroenteritis at the Brixton
Home for Delinquent Geriatrics. Testing identifies the causative agent of the
, outbreak as Clostridium difficile, an anaerobic, endospore-forming organism.
The facility asks Dr. Strummer for his recommendations for disinfecting patient
rooms. Which of the following is advice Dr. Strummer should give to facility:
Use a 70% alcohol solution to sterilize all surfaces in rooms with
infected patients.
Use a bleach based disinfectant to sterilize all surfaces in rooms
with infected patients.
Use a quartenary ammonium compound based disinfectant to sterilize
all surfaces in rooms with infected patients.
Use a mild soap and hot water to sterilize all surfaces in rooms with
infected patients.
8. How is pneumonia typically transmitted from person to person?
Through direct contact with infected skin lesions
Through contaminated food and water
Through mosquito bites
Through the inhalation of respiratory droplets
9. In a healthcare setting, if an outbreak of Streptococcus pneumoniae occurs,
what immediate action should be taken to control its spread?
Conduct a survey of all staff to assess their vaccination status against
Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Increase the use of personal protective equipment for all staff
members only.
Implement isolation protocols for affected patients and enhance
cleaning of common areas.
Limit patient visitation to reduce exposure to the pathogen.
10. If a healthcare facility is using a washing machine that operates at a maximum
