Facility Sanitation and Safety Flashcards
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How often should autoclaved instrument packs be re-sterilized if unopened?
Answer: Based on event-related sterility (when packaging integrity is compromised)
Current standards recommend event-related sterility: items remain sterile until packaging is opened, damaged, or wet.
Which class of fire extinguisher should be available near anesthesia machines?
Answer: Class B (flammable liquids and gases)
Flammable anesthetic agents are classified as flammable liquids/gases, requiring a Class B extinguisher.
What is the required minimum contact time for most hospital-grade disinfectants?
Answer: 10 minutes
Most hospital-grade disinfectants require a minimum 10-minute wet contact time for claimed bactericidal activity.
Which pest control measure is most important for preventing rodent contamination in veterinary food storage?
Answer: Sealing all food in airtight containers elevated off the floor
Sealed, airtight containers elevated off the floor eliminate rodent access to food sources, the foundation of integrated pest management.
What should you do first upon discovering a chemical spill on the treatment room floor?
Answer: Evacuate the room, consult the SDS, and don appropriate PPE before cleanup
The SDS must be consulted to identify hazards and required PPE before anyone attempts cleanup.
Which laundry protocol is recommended for textiles contaminated with ringworm spores?
Answer: Hot water wash (140 degrees F minimum) with bleach
Dermatophyte spores are highly resistant and require hot water at 140 degrees F or above combined with bleach for reliable decontamination.