WorksheetsCleaning Rabbit Enclosures Safely
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which document should you check before using a new cleaning chemical in a rabbit enclosure, according to COSHH?
The animal’s health record
The chemical’s safety data sheet
The cleaning rota
The enclosure’s floor plan
If a rabbit is left in the enclosure while you clean with disinfectant, what is the most likely risk?
The rabbit will become bored
The rabbit may inhale or touch harmful chemicals
The rabbit will eat more food
The rabbit will get too cold
Which of these is a COSHH requirement when storing cleaning chemicals?
Store them in a locked cupboard away from animals and children
Store them next to animal food
Store them in open containers for easy access
Store them in the rabbit enclosure
What should you do if disinfectant splashes into your eyes while cleaning?
Wipe your eyes with a cloth
Rinse your eyes with clean water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical help
Ignore it and keep cleaning
Rub your eyes until it stops hurting
Which tool is best for scrubbing dried urine stains from a rabbit enclosure floor?
A soft cloth
A stiff-bristled scrubbing brush
A feather duster
A paper towel
Which disease can humans catch from rabbit urine or faeces if proper hygiene is not followed?
Ringworm
Leptospirosis
Chickenpox
Measles
If you notice mould growing in the bedding, what should you do first?
Add more bedding on top
Remove all bedding and clean the enclosure with disinfectant
Ignore it
Spray air freshener
Why is it important to measure the amount of disinfectant and water when diluting a cleaning solution?
To make the solution last longer
To ensure the correct concentration for safety and effectiveness
To save time
To make it smell stronger
Which of these is a sign that a rabbit may be stressed after cleaning the enclosure?
The rabbit eats its food
The rabbit hides and thumps its back feet
The rabbit drinks water
The rabbit grooms itself
If you accidentally spill disinfectant on your skin, what is the correct first step?
Wipe it off with a dry towel
Rinse the area with plenty of water immediately
Cover it with a plaster
Wait to see if it stings
