Unit 6 Health and Safety

Open Ended

What challenges do you think healthcare workers face when trying to identify and manage safety hazards in their workplace?

Multiple Choice

Why is compliance with health and safety regulations important in healthcare settings?

• It ensures patient and worker safety

• It increases hospital profits

• It reduces paperwork

• It eliminates the need for training

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a common safety hazard in healthcare settings?

• Wet floors – slip/fall risk

• Sharp objects – cuts and needle sticks

• Blood/body fluids – infection risk

• Loud noises – hearing loss risk

Open Ended

Explain why it is important to recognize and understand safety signs, symbols, and labels in a healthcare environment.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following safety signs indicates a risk of infectious materials?

• Radiation

• Biohazard

• Flammable

• Corrosive

Fill in the Blanks

The radiation symbol warns of sources like

rooms or radiology departments.

Multiple Choice

Which safety sign should be present on alcohol-based cleaners and oxygen tanks?

• Biohazard

• Radiation

• Flammable

• Corrosive

Open Ended

List two protective measures required when handling corrosive chemicals in healthcare settings.

Multiple Choice

Why is a 'No Smoking' sign especially important in patient rooms with oxygen tanks?

• Because oxygen increases the risk of fire or explosion if exposed to sparks

• Because smoking is generally not allowed in hospitals

• Because it helps keep the air clean for patients

• Because it prevents the spread of germs

Open Ended

How do safety signs and labels help prevent accidents in healthcare settings?

Fill in the Blanks

OSHA requires that every

in a workplace must have an SDS available to employees.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Safety Data Sheets (SDS) is correct?

• SDS provides detailed information about chemicals, including hazards and emergency procedures

• SDS is only required for chemicals used in laboratories

• SDS is a document that lists employee names

• SDS is optional in most workplaces

Open Ended

Describe the PASS method for using a fire extinguisher and explain why each step is important.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are steps included in the R.A.C.E. fire safety protocol?

• Rescue

• Alarm

• Contain

• Evacuate

Open Ended

Explain why it is important to follow institutional protocols and contact emergency services during a disaster.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of a natural disaster mentioned in the emergency procedures?

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Flood

• Fire

Multiple Choice

Which agency is responsible for workplace safety and PPE standards?

• CDC

• FDA

• OSHA

• EPA

Multiple Select

Select all that apply: Which of the following are types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

• Gloves

• Face shields

• Aprons

• Goggles

Fill in the Blanks

Safety in healthcare prevents injury and

.

Multiple Choice

What is one way healthcare workers can help prevent safety hazards in the workplace?

• By ignoring safety protocols

• By creating posters about hazards and prevention

• By avoiding communication with coworkers

• By not following OSHA or CDC regulations

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson, what is one safety hazard in healthcare settings that you think is most important to address, and why?

Multiple Choice

Which organization is responsible for setting and enforcing standards to ensure workplace safety in healthcare settings?

• OSHA

• CDC

• FDA

• EPA