Title: Follow safety procedures for personal protection in the veterinary medicine industry.
Course: Veterinary Science I (18105-I) > Section: Understanding Safety and Sanitation

Following safety procedures should include

- identifying common dangers encountered in the veterinary field, including exposure to radiation
- identifying common safety precautions needed in a veterinary facility, including required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can patients and their caregivers be harmed by equipment?
- What types of veterinary equipment may not be used by a person under 18?
- Why are age restrictions necessary regarding the use of equipment?
- What steps can a veterinary assistant or technician take to assure personal safety? To assure patient safety? To assure the safety of others who are interacting with the patient?