Explanation should include
- adhering to OSHA and Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (VDOLI) standards
- identifying personal protective equipment (PPE) and describing appropriate selection and use (e.g., to prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases)
- describing the importance of and methods for disinfecting all areas of the facility (based on product contact times and manufacturer instructions)
- describing the importance of and methods for hand hygiene, including soap‑and‑water vs. alcohol‑based sanitizers
- describing the importance of using approved sharps containers for disposal of used sharps and following proper sharps-handling protocols
- identifying the importance of safety data sheets (SDS) and knowing how to locate and interpret them.
Teacher Resources:
Process/Skill Questions:
- How can routine daily practices help a veterinary facility meet OSHA and VDOLI regulations?
- Why is hand hygiene important when working with animals?
- Why is it critical to use approved sharps containers when disposing of needles and syringes?
- Why should an SDS for each material on the inventory sheet be readily available?