Welcome to the Bloodborne pathogens quiz Name Email In an employer’s exposure control plan, they are required to include a category called ‘exposure determination’. This category is best described by which of the following? Methods by which an employee decides Jobs and tasks with greater than normal A mindset expected of your employer if how bad an exposure was s/he is determined to avoid exposing employees Medical follow up after exposure risk of blood or OPIM exposure None Which is NOT a category an employer is required to include in the facility-specific exposure control plan? Methods of compliance Hepatitis B vaccination Attendance policy Communication facility staff None Personal protective equipment (PPE) will protect employees from all exposure incidents. True False None Hepatitis B vaccination provides protection for: 6 months 2 years 10 years Life None Regarding the hepatitis B vaccine, the employer: Can only charge the employee the cost of the vaccine, not the cost of employee time to prepare and administer the vaccine Is obligated to provide the employee with a copy of his/her vaccination record Must provide the vaccine within ten days to new employees at risk of exposure to blood/OPIM Can give the vaccine orally None The person to notify in the event of an exposure incident is always the direct supervisor. True False None What is usually the first action in the event of an exposure incident? Complete an incident or accident report Seek medical treatment Wash the area thoroughly Notify appropriate personnel None Which of the steps below are important when cleaning up blood or body fluids that may contain blood? Follow contact time recommendations for the chosen disinfectant. Disinfect using a fresh bleach solution or other disinfectant. Remove as much of the spill as possible. Wear appropriate PPE to protect yourself. All of the above. None Transmission of bloodborne pathogens in the workplace is most likely to occur due to: Accidental puncture - a sharp, contaminated object punctures your skin Broken skin - infected blood or body fluids come into contact with your already broken or damaged skin Body openings - infected material comes into contact with your eyes, nose or mouth All of th above. None If you are exposed to possible bloodborne pathogens at work, you will be offered a confidential medical exam and follow-up evaluation. True False None Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted by sharing equipment, toilets and water fountains. True False None Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing microorganisms that are present in: Human blood and body fluids that may contain blood Sweat and tears River water and certain kinds of soil All of the above None of the above None If you wear gloves while cleaning up body fluids, you should still wash your hands afterwards. True Fasle None Time's up EHS Center The EHS Center is a resource site for professionals concerned with workplace safety. The resources offered on this site are 100% free to members. ← PreviousEmergency Planning Next →Hand Tool Safety Quiz
