Facility Sanitation & Safety Standards Flashcards
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What is the correct dilution ratio for bleach (sodium hypochlorite) as a general disinfectant in a pet care facility?
Answer: 1:32 (1 part bleach to 32 parts water)
A 1:32 dilution (approximately ½ cup bleach per gallon of water) achieves effective disinfection without causing surface damage or pet toxicity.
Which disease can spread through fomites (contaminated surfaces and objects) in a pet care facility and requires thorough disinfection?
Answer: Canine parvovirus
Canine parvovirus is highly resistant to many disinfectants and can survive on surfaces for months, making facility sanitation critical.
What is the correct order of the cleaning process in a pet care facility?
Answer: Remove waste → clean with detergent → rinse → disinfect → dry
Organic matter (waste) inactivates most disinfectants, so physical cleaning must precede disinfection for the process to be effective.
What is the primary zoonotic disease risk associated with handling cat feces in a litter box?
Answer: Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasma gondii, the parasite causing toxoplasmosis, is shed in cat feces and poses significant risk to immunocompromised individuals and pregnant women.
Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should a CPP wear when cleaning kennels contaminated with potentially infectious material?
Answer: Gloves and eye protection at minimum
Gloves prevent skin contact with pathogens and chemicals, while eye protection guards against splash exposure during cleaning.
How often should food and water bowls be sanitized in a boarding facility?
Answer: After each use or at minimum daily
Biofilm and bacterial contamination accumulate rapidly in bowls; daily or per-use sanitization is required to prevent disease transmission.