Title: Identify the importance of CDC and OSHA guidelines.
Course: Medical Assistant I (14151-I) > Section: Maintaining Medical and Surgical Asepsis

Identification should include the importance of CDC and OSHA guidelines in

- developing and enforcing safety policies
- containing infectious diseases
- ensuring a safe working environment.

See CDC Guidelines and OSHA Guidelines and Standards.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do the roles of the CDC and OSHA differ with regard to infection control?
- What type of information is reported to the CDC?
- How does OSHA contribute to a safe work environment?
- What penalties might occur if CDC and OSHA guidelines are not followed?
- What are the implications of workers' compensation?