OSHA 30 - Module 15: Bloodborne
Pathogens Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the primary goal of bloodborne pathogens training?
✔✔To protect workers from exposure to infectious materials and prevent the spread of disease
What should you do if you are exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials?
✔✔Immediately wash the exposed area with soap and water and report the incident
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is commonly used when dealing with
bloodborne pathogens?
✔✔Gloves, masks, face shields, and gowns
What is considered a bloodborne pathogen?
✔✔Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV
Why is handwashing important in preventing bloodborne pathogen exposure?
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, ✔✔It helps to remove contaminants from the skin and reduce the risk of infection
When should gloves be worn in environments where bloodborne pathogens are present?
✔✔Whenever there is a potential for contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials
What should you do if you need to clean up a blood spill?
✔✔Use appropriate disinfectant and follow proper cleaning procedures
What is the purpose of an exposure control plan?
✔✔To minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace
What are the signs and symptoms of Hepatitis B infection?
✔✔Fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain
What is the best method for disposing of contaminated sharps?
✔✔Place them in a designated, puncture-resistant sharps container
What should be done if a needle stick injury occurs?
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Pathogens Questions and Answers |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct &
Verified
What is the primary goal of bloodborne pathogens training?
✔✔To protect workers from exposure to infectious materials and prevent the spread of disease
What should you do if you are exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials?
✔✔Immediately wash the exposed area with soap and water and report the incident
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is commonly used when dealing with
bloodborne pathogens?
✔✔Gloves, masks, face shields, and gowns
What is considered a bloodborne pathogen?
✔✔Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV
Why is handwashing important in preventing bloodborne pathogen exposure?
1
, ✔✔It helps to remove contaminants from the skin and reduce the risk of infection
When should gloves be worn in environments where bloodborne pathogens are present?
✔✔Whenever there is a potential for contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials
What should you do if you need to clean up a blood spill?
✔✔Use appropriate disinfectant and follow proper cleaning procedures
What is the purpose of an exposure control plan?
✔✔To minimize the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace
What are the signs and symptoms of Hepatitis B infection?
✔✔Fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain
What is the best method for disposing of contaminated sharps?
✔✔Place them in a designated, puncture-resistant sharps container
What should be done if a needle stick injury occurs?
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