Hazard Identification and Control Flashcards
6 cards from real CHSP practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 6 Hazard Identification and Control flashcards as text
What is the RACE acronym used for in healthcare fire safety response?
Answer: Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate
RACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Contain, and Extinguish or Evacuate.
What is the primary purpose of a facility condition assessment in healthcare safety?
Answer: To systematically evaluate the physical condition of building systems and identify maintenance needs and safety deficiencies
A facility condition assessment evaluates building components and systems to identify maintenance needs, safety deficiencies, and capital improvement priorities.
What is the most common type of workplace violence in healthcare settings?
Answer: Patient or visitor violence against healthcare workers
Type 2 violence (patient/visitor-on-worker) is the most common, with patients or visitors being the primary perpetrators.
What is the purpose of fire door inspections in a healthcare facility?
Answer: To ensure fire doors function properly and will contain fire and smoke when closed
Fire door inspections verify that rated fire doors are in proper working condition and will contain fire and smoke as designed.
What is the safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) program designed to prevent?
Answer: Musculoskeletal injuries to healthcare workers from manual patient lifting and repositioning
SPHM programs prevent musculoskeletal injuries to workers by replacing manual patient handling with mechanical lifting and evidence-based techniques.
What is the purpose of electrical safety testing on medical equipment?
Answer: To verify equipment meets safety standards for leakage current, grounding integrity, and electrical safety
Electrical safety testing verifies proper grounding, acceptable leakage current, and safety standards to prevent shock to patients and staff.