Skill 29 Tips

This skill will require you to store, safely handle, and dispose of biological and therapeutic agents, pesticides, and hazardous wastes. Upon completion of this skill, you will be able to follow OSHA and DEA standards on handling, storing and disposing of various substances, and recognize hazardous substances.

Tips for materials required for submission

• A list of 5 commonly used controlled substances and their clinical use.

  • You also need to indicate their class.

  • Make sure you indicate their clinical use!

• You need to list the specific biohazardous substances at the clinic.

• Description of storage, handling, and disposal of the following:

  • Controlled substances

  • Chemicals (cleaning & pesticides)

  • Chemotherapy agents

  • Surgically removes tissues

  • Blood samples (in tubes)

  • Sharps (provide specific examples)

  • Deceased animals