UWF HSC3034 Chapter 11: Environmental Safety

Chemical splashes in the eye should be rinsed a minimum of _____ minutes.

15

The Acronym 'PASS' is used to help remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher. Identify the statement that best describes each letter in PASS. "A"

Aim at the base of the fire.

When dressing for safety, any type of jewelry is acceptable as long as it doesn't get in your way.

False

Which of the following health care considerations would be the most effective when working with patients who have a change in vision?

Identify yourself when approaching or entering the patient's room.

Which class of fire extinguishers are water-based extinguishers?

NOT: Class B Other options: - Class A - Class C - Class D

What is necessary for a fire to ignite?

Oxygen, fuel, and heat

The Acronym 'PASS' is used to help remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher. Identify the statement that best describes each letter in PASS. "P"

Pull the pin at the top of the extinguisher.

The Acronym 'PASS' is used to help remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher. Identify the statement that best describes each letter in PASS. First "S"

Squeeze the handle slowly, to release the extinguishing agent in the fire extinguisher.

The Acronym 'PASS' is used to help remember the steps for operating a fire extinguisher. Identify the statement that best describes each letter in PASS. Second "S"

Sweep from side to side until the fire is completely out.

Physical hazards are agents that can cause physical injury and tissue damage.

True

RACE is the acronym to help remember the proper sequence to follow when a fire is discovered.

True

_____ extends back in history to the earliest of human records.

bioterrorism

Never mix any two chemicals together without first verifying _____.

compatibility

Another term for poisonous is _____?

toxic

Workplace _____ hazards are any physical assault or verbal abuse that is incurred during the course of performing one's duties at work.

violence