Chapter 3 Sterilization & Disinfection Objective: to know, understand and use: Hazard communication standard Sanitizing Disinfecting sterilization
Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) Is Required by OSHA. Clinics must have: A Hazard Communication written plan Inventory of hazardous chemicals Labels MSDS sheets Training to inform employees
HCS training must include: Requirements of the HCS Health hazards of the chemicals at work How to protect yourself Emergency procedures Labels MSDS Sheets The location of the plan and the MSDS Sheets What must HCS training include?
Labels must have: Name of chemical Manufacturer Hazards Safety precautions Storing, handling and disposal Would this label have all the requirements?
MSDS sheets material safety data sheet Identification Ingredients Physical and chemical description Fire and explosion data Reactivity data How it reacts with other chemicals Health hazard data First aid Safe handling Control measures for protection
Write a HCS plan for your home or work & video yourself training someone Use at least one chemical in your home or work Be prepared to present it to your class. Examples: Bleach Windex Cidex