Health Facility Safety Flashcards

What does the acronym 'RACE' stand for in hospital fire response procedures?

Answer: Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish

RACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Contain, and Extinguish/Evacuate, guiding staff through fire response steps in order.

When using a portable fire extinguisher, the PASS technique stands for:

Answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

PASS means Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.

Which type of fire extinguisher is safe to use on electrical (Class C) fires in a healthcare facility?

Answer: CO2 or dry chemical extinguisher

CO2 and dry chemical extinguishers are non-conductive and safe for electrical fires, while water-based agents conduct electricity.

Under NFPA 110, a Level 1 emergency generator must supply power within how many seconds of normal power failure?

Answer: 10 seconds

NFPA 110 Level 1 systems, required for life safety loads in hospitals, must restore power within 10 seconds.

What is the primary hazard associated with storing compressed medical gas cylinders horizontally without securing them?

Answer: Regulator damage and projectile risk if the valve is sheared

Unsecured cylinders can fall, shearing the valve and causing the cylinder to become a dangerous projectile.

In healthcare facility risk assessments, an ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) is primarily triggered by:

Answer: Construction, renovation, or maintenance activities that disturb building materials

ICRA evaluates infection risks posed by dust, debris, and disrupted systems during any construction or renovation activity.

Which NFPA standard covers the storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible liquids in healthcare facilities?

Answer: NFPA 30

NFPA 30 is the Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code applicable to storage and handling of such materials including in healthcare settings.