Competency E-Iowa Dental Assistant-infection Control, Hazardous Materials, & Jurisprudence Questions with Verified Solutions

Competency E-Iowa Dental Assistant-infection Control, Hazardous Materials, & Jurisprudence Questions with Verified Solutions Who designates which chemicals are hazardous? Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Who determines the hazards of each product? Chemical manufacturers/importers/distributors What is used to communicate hazard information and associated protective measures ti customers? Labels and MSDS Who is responsible for developing and implementing a written hazard communication program? Employers What 3 things must be included on labels? Chemical identity of material Appropriate hazard warnings Name and address of the manufacturer or other responsible party Manufacturers of chemicals must supply Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) True or False True Is Tytin a fire hazard? No What unusual fire and explosion hazard does Tytin have? High temperature increases vaporization of mercury What condition(s) should be avoided when using Tytin? High tempratures What are the effects and hazards of inhaling Tytin? May cause bronchiolitis, pneumonitis pulmonary edema What is the treatment for skin contact with Tytin? Wash thoroughly with soup and water. Consult a physician What steps must be taken in case Tytin is spilled? Sweep up as much spillage as possible using absorbent material. Vacuum area using special mercury vacuum cleaner Is special ventilation required when using Tytin? No