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Define body mechanics - ANSWER ✔✔ The way in which the body moves and maintains
balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.
What are the four reasons for using correct body mechanics? - ANSWER ✔✔ 1) muscles work
best when used correctly.
2) correct use of muscles makes lifting, pulling, and pushing easier.
3) correct application of body mechanics prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain, saves energy.
4) prevents injury to self and others
what is OSHA? - ANSWER ✔✔ a division of the department of labor.
what is OSHA's purpose? - ANSWER ✔✔ establishes and enforces safety standards for the
workplace.
what are four types of information that must be included on MSDSs? - ANSWER ✔✔ 1)
production identification information about the chemical
2) instructions for the safe use of the chemical
3) emergency first-aid procedures to use if injury occurs
4)procedures for handling spills, cleanup, and disposal of the product
what are 6 body fluids included in the bloodborne pathogen standard? - ANSWER ✔✔ Urine,
Stool, Semen, Vaginal Secretions, Cerebrospinal fluid, Saliva, mucus, and other similar
The three main diseases that can be contracted by exposure to body fluids? - ANSWER ✔✔
hepatitis B, hepatitis C, AIDS
List 5 rules or standards to observe while working with equipment in the laboratory - ANSWER
✔✔ - don't operate or use any equipment until you have been instructed on how to use it
- never handle any electrical equipment with hands
- don't operate equipment if your supervisor isn't with you
- store all equipment in its proper place
- report any damaged equipment
List 5 rules or standards to observe while working with solutions in the laboratory - ANSWER
✔✔ - don't mix any solutions together unless instructed to do so
- store all chemical solutions in a locked cabinet
- some solutions can be injurious or poisonous