Title: Identify safety techniques used for handling and disposing of infectious and/or hazardous materials during emergency situations.
Course: Medical Assistant I (14151-I) > Section: Maintaining Medical and Surgical Asepsis

Identification should include

- developing and implementing an exposure control plan, including employee training, for a healthcare facility
- describing workplace practices (e.g., use of waste receptacles, sharps containers, and needleless devices) and the importance of each practice
- identifying safety signs, symbols, and labels.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why are there different categories for handling medical waste?
- How do OSHA blood-borne pathogens standards benefit healthcare workers?
- How do they benefit patients?
- What are the consequences of not following OSHA guidelines?