Pharm Fire and Safety

Multiple Choice

What is the main role of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in the workplace?

• To provide health insurance to employees

• To enforce laws requiring safety in the workplace

• To manage employee payroll

• To offer training for pharmacy technicians

Open Ended

Why is electrical and fire safety important for pharmacy technicians in the workplace?

Multiple Choice

Why is electricity considered a vital part of health care delivery?

• Because it powers essential medical equipment and systems

• Because it is used for heating and cooling only

• Because it is only needed for lighting

• Because it is not important in health care

Open Ended

Explain how ground wires contribute to electrical safety in hospitals.

Multiple Choice

What are two possible causes of electricity leaking and creating a danger to people?

• Shorts and frayed cords

• New wiring and insulation

• Proper grounding and fuses

• Low voltage and batteries

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are possible results of electrical hazards?

• Electrical shock

• Burns

• Death

• All of the above

Open Ended

List and describe two unsafe work practices that could lead to electrical hazards in a healthcare setting.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of damage to flexible electrical cords?

• Exposure to water

• Door/window edges

• Staples/fastenings

• Rolling over it

Multiple Select

Which actions should be taken when faulty or broken electrical equipment is identified?

• Remove from service

• Continue using it

• Report it immediately

• Ignore the issue

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the third prong on electrical equipment plugs?

• To provide extra power

• To ground the equipment

• To make plugging easier

• To prevent overheating

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important fire safety devices commonly found in buildings?

• Fire extinguisher

• Smoke detector

• Sprinkler system

• Carbon monoxide detector

Open Ended

Why is prevention considered key in fire safety, especially in healthcare settings?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the three items needed for a fire to start?

• Oxygen

• Fuel

• Water

• Heat

Multiple Choice

How can the risk of fire be eliminated according to the fire triangle?

• By adding more oxygen

• By removing one of the three elements: heat, oxygen, or fuel

• By increasing the temperature

• By using more fuel

Open Ended

List two major causes of fire in general settings and two specific causes in health care facilities.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are prevention tips for fire safety in hospitals?

• Keep combustibles away from heat-producing devices

• Allow smoking in patient areas

• Store trash in maintenance areas

• Use oil-based lubricants around oxygen

Open Ended

Why should flammable materials such as oils not be used around oxygen?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the safest way to store oxygen tanks in a healthcare facility?

• Secured upright with a chain or strap

• Lying flat on the floor

• Stacked on top of each other

• Leaning against a wall

Multiple Select

Which of the following are types of fires described in fire safety training?

• Class A: Ordinary combustibles

• Class B: Flammable liquids

• Class C: Electrical equipment

• Class D: Radioactive materials

Multiple Choice

What does the 'C' in the RACE acronym stand for in fire safety training?

• Contain

• Call for help

• Control

• Clear

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions should you avoid during a fire evacuation?

• Using the elevator

• Evacuating those in immediate danger first

• Checking if the door is hot before opening

• Evacuating ambulatory patients after those in immediate danger

Open Ended

Explain the steps you would take to evacuate patients during a fire emergency in a healthcare facility.

Open Ended

How do you think electrical and fire safety regulations impact the daily work of a pharmacy technician?

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)?

• To enforce laws requiring safety in the workplace

• To provide medical care to employees

• To manufacture safety equipment

• To train employees in first aid