HealthStream Hazard Communication

Question 18: Regarding the local and systemic effects of toxic chemicals, all of the following are true EXCEPT: a. A chemical burn on the skin is an example of a local effect b. Brain damage from ingested lead is an example of a systemic effect c. All toxic chemicals have both local and systemic effects d. The liver and the heart are two of the organs most commonly harmed by chemicals with systemic effects e. All of these are true

All toxic chemicals have both local and systemic effects. Feedback Toxic chemicals may have local effects only, systemic effects only, or both local and systemic effects.

Question 16: Under the Hazard Communication Act, employers are responsible for: a. Developing SDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their facilities b. Verifying the accuracy of SDS received w/ hazardous chemical shipments c. Maintaining a file of SDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their facilities d. All of these e. None of these

Maintaining a file of SDSs for all hazardous chemicals used in their facilities Feedback Employers are not responsible for creating SDSs or verifying their accuracy. The manufacturer of each hazardous chemical is responsible for creating a corresponding SDSs and providing accurate information.

Question 1: In which section of an SDS would you find information about exposure limits? a. Product identification b. Exposure controls and personal protection information c. Physical and Chemical properties d. Accidental release measures

Your Answer Exposure controls and personal protection information Feedback The exposure limits are listed in the exposure controls and personal protection information section.

Question 14: OSHA requires all employers to develop written hazard communication programs. a. True b. False

Your Answer True Feedback Under the Hazard Communication Standard, all employers are required to develop written hazard communication programs.

Question 4: You are working to bring a healthcare facility into compliance with the SDS-related provisions of OSHA's HCS. You interview administrative personnel at the facility. You learn that the facility has compiled a list of all hazardous chemicals to which workers in the facility might be exposed. An SDS corresponding to each chemical on the list has been obtained and filed. For full compliance, you advise that this facility also must: a. Verify the accuracy of all health hazard information contained in the SDS file b. Ensure that the SDS file is readily available to all workers in their work areas, at all times c. Review the SDS file, in order to compile a list of manufacturer emergency phone numbers d. All of these are requirements under OSHA's HCS e. None of these are requirements

Ensure that the SDS file is readily available to all workers in their work areas, at all times. Feedback Under the HCS, employers are not responsible for verifying the accuracy of SDS information, or compiling a list of emergency numbers.

Question 20: You are preparing to work with a chemical. Prior to opening the container, you inspect the label for any special instructions or warnings. You notice the corrosion pictogram on the chemical hazard label. You are wearing prescription glasses, jeans, a t-shirt, and tennis shoes. Based solely on this information, which of the following types of PPE should you consider including in your PPE ensemble? a. Googles b. Gloves c. Lab coat d. All of these e. None of these

Your Answer All of these Feedback The corrosion pictogram indicates that the chemical is corrosive. A corrosive chemical is able to destroy living tissue upon short- or long-term contact. Select PPE to protect the eyes and all exposed skin. You need goggles for the eyes. Remember that prescription glasses are not a substitute for goggles. You will also need gloves for the skin of the hands. You should wear a lab coat to protect the skin of your arms.

Question 13: Exposure to a chemical that is a health hazard can occur through all of the following EXCEPT: a. Eyes b. Skin c. Mouth d. All of these are exposure routes e. None of these are exposure routes

Your Answer All of these are exposure routes Feedback Exposure to health hazards can occur through the eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion (mouth), or injection.

Question 9: You can never use too much PPE when working with a hazardous chemical that has adverse health effects. a. True b. False

Your Answer False Feedback Excess PPE can create hazards such as heat stress. Excess PPE can also impair vision, mobility, and communication.

Question 7: Latex gloves should always be used as PPE when handling chemicals in the healthcare environment. a. True b. False

Your Answer False Feedback Latex gloves are permeable to many types of chemicals. They do not always provide adequate protection.

Question 3: All gases used in industry have a distinctive odor. a. True b. False

Your Answer False Feedback Many gases do not have a distinctive odor or color.

Question 11: Solids in the form of dust, fume, or fibers are rarely hazardous. a. True b. False

Your Answer False Feedback Solids are not usually hazardous. Most solid materials are not readily absorbed into the body. Dust, fume, and fibers, however, can be highly hazardous.

Question 8: The chemical hazard label indicates the class of hazard. It uses three major color-coded categories: Health (yellow), Flammability (red), and Instability (blue). a. True b. False

Your Answer False Feedback The label uses one of 9 pictograms to identify the hazard class.

Question 10: If a product is an oxidizing agent, a ____ pictogram will appear on the label. a. Flame Over circle b. Exclamation point c. Skull and Crossbones d. Health Hazard

Your Answer Flame Over Circle Feedback An oxidizer is identified with the Flame Over Circle pictogram.

Question 5: You are preparing a chemical hazard label for a new product. You know that the product is flammable, carcinogenic, and may irritate the respiratory tract. What pictogram(s) should be on the label? a. Exploding bomb b. Flame, Health Hazard, and Exclamation Mark c. Exploding bomb and skull and crossbones d. Skull and Crossbones

Your Answer Flame, Health Hazard, and Exclamation Mark Feedback This answer choice indicates flammability, carcinogenic health hazard, and respiratory tract irritation.

Question 6: All of the following chemicals are physical hazards EXCEPT: a. Trinitrotoluene b. Compressed gas in a cylinder c. Alcohol d. Glutaraldehyde e. Only B is a physical hazard

Your Answer Glutaraldehyde Feedback TNT, compressed gas in a cylinder, and alcohols are all physical hazards. Glutaraldehyde is a health hazard.

Question 2: A product labeled with the Skull and Crossbones pictogram: a. Will cause damage to the environment b. Has the potential for severe, acute toxicity c. Could readily undergo a violent chemical reaction, but will not detonate d. Is acidic

Your Answer Has the potential for severe, acute toxicity Feedback The Skull and Crossbones pictogram indicates the potential for severe, acute toxicity.

Question 15: Which of the following chemical(s) present(s) a physical hazard? a. Chemical A: This chemical is used to clean heat-sensitive equipment as endoscopes b. Chemical B: This chemical causes liver damage when absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin c. Chemical C: This chemical irritates the nose and throat when inhaled d. All of these are physical hazards e. None of these is a physical hazard

Your Answer None of these is a physical hazard. Feedback Physical hazards explode, ignite, or react violently with other substances. All of the chemicals listed are health hazards. Chemical A is Glutaraldehyde.

Question 17: Which of the following statements is TRUE? a. Intact skin provides an impermeable barrier against all hazardous chemicals b. It is safe to smoke around hazardous chemicals as long as you wear gloves c. Inhaled chemicals cannot enter the bloodstream through the lungs d. Strong acids can burn the eyes, but strong alkalines (bases) cannot e. None of these are true

Your Answer None of these is true. Feedback Inhaled chemicals can irritate the nose or throat, damage the lungs, and/or enter the bloodstream through the lungs. Skin is not impermeable. You should never smoke around hazardous chemicals.

Question 12: You are preparing to work with Chemical A. You open the appropriate storage cabinet, and notice Chemical B, as well as Chemical A. Based on your knowledge of both chemicals you suspect that they should not be stored together. Which section of the SDS should you consult, in order to confirm your suspicion? a. Hazards b. Physical and chemical properties c. Fire fighting measures d. Stability and reactivity

Your Answer Stability and reactivity Feedback The Stability and Reactivity section of an SDS provides information regarding the material's stability, as well as any special storage or use instructions. Any products or substances that should not be stored with the material are listed under Incompatible materials in this section. Relevant information may also be found in the Handling and Storage section.

Question 19: Under the Hazard Communication Act, all of the following are true of container labeling EXCEPT: a. The NFPA 704 symbol is required b. Labels must include appropriate hazard statements c. Labels must include the name of the product, as it appears on the SDS d. Manufacturers of hazardous chemicals must label their products in English e. All of the above are true of container labeling

Your Answer The NFPA 704 symbol is required. Feedback Chemical manufacturers and importers must provide a label that includes a signal word, pictogram, and hazard statement for each hazard class and category. Precautionary statements, product identifier, and supplier information must also be provided. The NFPA 704 symbol is not required.