Explain precautionary safety measures and their importance in a work environment for veterinary staff, as well as the standards designated by OSHA.

Explanation should include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and

  • identifying appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to aid in the prevention of spreading zoonotic diseases
  • describing the importance of disinfecting the office, waiting and exam areas, and/or clinic/hospital with designated cleaning solutions for prevention purposes
  • describing the importance of hand hygiene, with a designated employee hand-washing area and materials to soap up and dry off with paper towels
  • describing the importance of using approved sharps containers for disposal of used sharps. 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is hand hygiene important when working with animals?
  • Why is it important to disinfect the office, exam areas, and waiting areas of a veterinary clinic or hospital?
  • Why is it critical to use approved sharps containers when disposing of needles and syringes?