Title: Apply OSHA guidelines and safety procedures.
Course: Sterile Processing Technician (14021) > Section: Introducing the Roles and Responsibilities of Sterile Processing Technician

Application should include

- wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the decontamination area as required by OSHA and departmental policy
- using body mechanics when lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy objects
- locating the fire extinguisher, escape routes, pull stations, oxygen shut-off valve, and other facility-specific safety issues
- completing annual safety assessments
- following required actions based on the SDS Manual (including notification of supervisor)
- updating SDS Manual information according to product additions
- taking action to control unsafe conditions if there is imminent likelihood of injury.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How do most on-the-job injuries occur?
- Why would back injuries occur in the central service sterile processing department?