OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

What vaccines are prone to causing a reaction when accidentally injected into a person?

Brucellosis, Johne's, and Salmon furunculosis

What type of protection should be worn when working with hazardous chemicals?

Lab coat and/or long sleeve shirt and pants, gloves, and eye protection

What must be done when a chemical is transferred to a new container?

Label the container with a secondary label.

What anesthetic gas hazard is not reduced by a scavenging system?

Leakage from anesthetic machine

What are the employees responsibilities?

Learn hazards and safety procedures, wear protective equipment, report incidents and conditions that could cause injury

What are the three main factors to limit exposure to X-ray radiation?

Least amount of time, great distance, and use of shielding

List five groups of hazardous chemicals commonly used in veterinary practices.

Pesticides, Disinfectants, Latex (allergies), Formalin, Ethylene Oxide, and Cytotoxic drugs

What type of person should not be exposed to radiation, cytotoxic chemicals, waste anesthetic gases, etc.?

Pregnant women

What is the most common cause of a needle stick injury?

Recapping needles

What should you do if accidentally injected with vaccine?

Wash with soap and water, seek medical attention and possibly a tetanus shot.

How can needle stick injuries be prevented?

Dispose of the needle without recapping or use the one-handed method when necessary

What is the most common source of injury to veterinary personnel?

Dog and cat bites

Who has the primary responsibility for employee safety?

Employer