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Cuts & Lacerations & How To Reduce Injuries – SS05074AE (11 Min.)

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1

Dull knives or blades are actually more dangerous than sharp ones because they require more force and are more likely to slip.

True
False

2

Cuts and lacerations only happen in kitchens and are not a concern for housekeeping or maintenance staff.

True
False

3

Wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) can help reduce the risk of injury from sharp objects.

True
False

4

If a cut is bleeding, you should apply direct pressure and elevate the injured area above the heart if possible.

True
False

5

Leaving sharp tools unattended or in drawers is considered a safe storage method.

True
False

6

Proper lighting in the workplace helps prevent cuts and other injuries.

True
False

7

Which of the following is a good safety habit when using a knife?

Cut toward your body
Cut away from your body
Hold items loosely while cutting
Use a dull knife to be safer

8

Which department is most likely to use pressing or folding machines with moving parts that require proper guards?

Front desk
Housekeeping
Laundry
Kitchen

9

When cleaning a wound after a minor cut, which of the following should you avoid using?

Mild soap and water
Sterile tweezers to remove debris
Hydrogen peroxide or iodine
Antibiotic ointment

10

What should you do if broken glass is found in a guest room or kitchen?

Pick it up with bare hands
Sweep it under the furniture
Report it and clean it up safely using gloves and tools
Leave it for the next shift