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In 2012, approximately how many deaths in the US were due to unintentional injuries?

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127,000

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That occurrence in a sequence of events which produces unintended injury, death or property damage is defined as a/an:

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accident

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The leading cause of deaths in 2012 due to unintentional injuries:

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poisoning

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The first ability adversely affected by alcohol:

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reaction time

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Alcohol affects younger drivers more intensely because of:

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physiological changes, risk taking need, driving experience

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The first Insurance Company in the US was founded by:

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Ben Franklin

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The leading cause of death for a person 1-38 years of age:

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unintentional injuries

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Alcohol impairment for everyone begins at:

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.05 BAC

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What drink contains more alcohol? • 1 oz, shot of 80 proof liquor • 12 oz beer • 12 oz wine cooler • 4 oz glass of wine

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12 oz wine cooler

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Approximately how many fatalities in 2012 were results of motor-vehicle crashes?

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36,300

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The estimated economic losses from unintentional injuries in 2011:

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$794 billion

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The average person eliminates alcohol at what rate:

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.015% per hour

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A third DWI conviction in TX is:

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3rd degree felony

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Which age group has the highest death rate of motor-vehicle fatalities?

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75+

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All of the following are Top Ten Tips for College Students except:

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do not look at strangers in the eye

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To this day, the most devastating natural disaster in US history, killing over 6000 people:

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Galveston Hurricane in 1900

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Administrative License Revocation (ALR) relates to:

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failure to breath/ blood test

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Intoxication Manslaughter is considered a:

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2nd degree felony

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Intoxication Manslaughter occurs when:

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someone is killed in a alcohol related accident

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The disaster in 1911 at the Triangle Waist Company in NY led legislation:

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requiring fire escapes and safety standards for workers

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The disaster that resulted in putting odorants in natural gas:

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New London School Explosion in 1937

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The definition of DUI in TX:

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a minor driving under the influence with any detectable amount of alcohol

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All possible penalties for an MIP are:

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fine, education course, loss of license, community service, jail

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The first historical evidence of Safety in the US:

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Boston Light

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Which statement is true about young people and alcohol?

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Young people are more likely to be involved in alcohol related traffic deaths

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Intoxication Assault occurs when:

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someone is injured in an alcohol related accident

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Intoxication Assault is considered:

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3rd degree felony

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What is not one of the Four Factors of Safety?

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other individuals involved

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The first Board of Health President in 1799 was:

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Paul Revere

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The Great Chicago Fire of 1871, destroyed most of the city's buildings and sidewalks and left 100,000 homeless because:

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Most of the students were made of wood

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In 1894, this safety company was formed in Chicago to investigate fire hazards involved with the use of electricity.

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underwriters laboratories (UL)

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In 2012, how many people were killed in the US involving a distracted or inattentive driver:

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3,328

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T/F: Texas leads the nation in train/motor vehicle collisions

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T

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T/F: A driver texting is 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash as compared to a non-distracted driver

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T

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T/F: . Texas leads the nation in both total motor-vehicle fatalities as well as alcohol fatalities

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T

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T/F: To avoid potentially violent situations, wisdom can overcome fear

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T

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T/F: Drowsy drivers can be at greater risk of experiencing collision than alcohol-impaired drivers

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T

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T/F: All states in US have .08 as the legal BAC limit

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F

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T/F: In Texas, the seat belt law is a secondary violation

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F

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T/F: Alcohol is a drug causing constriction of pupils and blood vessels

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F

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T/F: Hands-free cell phone users are less likely to be involved in motor-vehicle accidents as compared to hand held users

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F

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T/F: By law in Texas, all railroad crossings must have crossbars and flashing lights

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F

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T/F: According to TX law, all passengers must wear seat belt while in a motor vehicle

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T

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T/F: Exercise and a cold shower will help your body eliminate alcohol at a faster rate

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F

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T/F: 45. The open container law applies only to the driver

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F

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T/F: By refusing to take a breath test, the driver will lose their license for a maximum of 30 days

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F

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T/F: Contributing to a Minor is a Class C Misdemeanor with a fine up to $500

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F

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T/F: In TX, bicycles must obey all traffic laws

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T

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T/F: In the US, 1800 college students die yearly from alcohol related injuries

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T

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T/F: Alcohol is eliminated from the body by the kidneys, sweat and breath

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F

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T/F: Our vision is slightly improved with a small amount of alcohol

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F

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T/F: The elderly are more likely than younger individuals to be accident victims

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F

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T/F: In judging safety issues, listen to your instincts and your intuition

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T

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T/F: The new law in TX states that all children 16 years and under must ride in the backseat of the vehicle

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F

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T/F: On our TAMU campus, pedestrians always have the \"right of way\"

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F

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T/F: The 3 types of driver distraction are visual, manual, and physical

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T

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T/F: In TX, it is a Class C Misdemeanor for anyone, regardless of age, to have an open container of alcohol in a moving or stopped vehicle

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T

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T/F: All states have a law regarding 21 as the legal drinking age

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T

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T/F: In TX, a minor operating a motor vehicle, with a BAC of 0.08 can only receive a DUI

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F

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T/F: In TX, DWI and MIP violations apply to watercrafts as well as motor vehicles

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T

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T/F: In TX, it is illegal for anyone to ride in the bed of a pick-up traveling more than 35 mph

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F

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T/F: More than 80% of drivers of all ages admit to hazardous behaviors while driving

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T

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T/F: Alcohol poisoning only occurs to individuals with a low tolerance for alcohol

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F

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T/F: During the Industrial Rev, the safety of workers shifted to the responsibility of the employers

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F

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T/F: According to the study by Columbia University, 28% of college dropouts list alcohol as the reason for leaving school

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T

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T/F: All states have laws prohibiting cell phone use while driving

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F

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T/F: Males are victims of violent crime more frequently than females

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T

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T/F: Pick-up trucks are less prone to rollover crashes because of their long wheelbase

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F

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T/F: The Texas911 Lifeline Law gives immunity to a minor for calling EMS in an alcohol-poisoning situation

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T

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T/F: In TX, it is against the law to operate a cell phone or text in a working school zone

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T

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The leading cause of unintentional fatalities in the home:

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poisoning

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Most fatalities from falls occur in what age group?

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75 and over

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Mixing ammonia and bleach will form:

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Chloramine

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A hazardous object or condition on your property that is likely to pose a risk to children:

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attractive nuisance

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In 1982, tamper-resistant packing resulted because of what product-tampering incident:

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Tylenol

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Estimated 160,000 injuries each year occur as a result of

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falls in the bath or shower

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The age group affected most by deaths from poisoning:

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25-44

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The most hazardous area in your home:

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bathroom

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Symptoms from a coral snake bite appear after how long

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several hours

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Black Widow spiders:

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love humid places

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If bitten by a snake

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seek medical attention

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The brown recluse spider venom is

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a hematotoxin, which kills the tissue at the bite site

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Rattlesnakes, copperheads and cottonmouths are considered:

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pit vipers

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Coral snakes:

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chew on their victims

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Brown recluse spiders:

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are found under and behind furniture

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The first case of Lyme disease was identified in:

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Connecticut

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In regarding to food safety, the danger zone principle applies to:

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not storing food between 40 and 140 degrees F

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To prevent cross-contamination

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-store raw meats separate from ready to eat foods -Never let raw meat juices contract other foods -Use separate cutting boards when preparing raw meats with other foods

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A food-borne illness from eating raw or undercooked eggs or poultry

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Salmonella

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A food-borne illness form food that has been coughed or sneezed on or otherwise handled in an unsanitary manner

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Staphylococcus

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Symptoms of lead poisoning are sometimes confused with:

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the flu

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Bacteria found in soil and water, contaminated form manure as fertilizer:

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Listeria

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A food-borne illness caused by improperly processed canned food or contaminated soil:

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Botulism

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Food borne illness caused by bacteria, usually found in large quantities of food kept \"warm\" for long periods of time:

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Clostridium perfringens

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Bacteria found in warm coastal waters undercooked or raw shellfish:

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Lyme disease

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The percentage of injuries that occurred while bathing/ showering is highest for which age group?

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15-24

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Exposure to Lead in Adults can cause:

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-reproductive problems -High blood pressure -Muscles and joint pain

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In Texas, in 2013, nearly 85% of boating/drowning victims were:

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Not wearing a PFD personal flotation device

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A Listeria outbreak at Jensen Farms in 2011 caused 30 deaths form what contained food?

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Cantaloupes

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In 2011, 36 million pounds of __________ were recalled of salmonella contamination.

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ground turkey

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A major cause of drowning accidents and facilities is:

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swimming beyond capabilities

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Swimming in rivers and lakes pose a threat because of:

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debris, murkey water, and unmarked depths

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A food borne illness that affects the nervous system, found in improperly processed canned goods:

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botulism

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In 2012, what percent of boating accidents in Texas were BMI?

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50%

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The state with the most inland water at 4,900 square miles:

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TX

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A food borne illness in small amounts of undercooked or contaminated ground beef that can be easily transmitted person to person:

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E. coli

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As a Health care professional, the spectrum of workplace violence can include:

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verbal abuse, stalking threats, assault or homicide

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Established to ensure a safe working environment for every employee in the US:

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OSHA

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In 2012, the industry with the most occupational fatalities:

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construction

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The leading cause of Occupational Illness:

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repeated trauma

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The government agency responsible for maintaining records of occupational injury and illness:

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Bureau of Labor Statistics

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The government agency responsible for identifying hazards and methods of correcting problems:

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Hazard Evaluation and technical assistance

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The government agency, which is a source for gathering information and recommending for prevention of work-related illness and injuries:

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National Institute for Occupational safety

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The fastest growing sector of the U.S. economy:

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healthcare

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Which Recreational Water illness is tolerant to chlorine?

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Cryptosporidium

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T/F: In Texas, Children under 13 years of age must wear a PFD in a watercraft at all times

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T

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T/F: To operate a boat in Texas, a person must be years old or passed a Boater Education Course

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T

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T/F: Children under 5 years old are 14 times more likely to die in a swimming pool than a motor vehicle

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T

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T/F: Texas alcohol and driving laws apply to watercrafts as well as motor vehicles

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T

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T/F: More people die from wasp or bee strings than from snakebites

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T

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T/F: A reaction to any chemical substance that may result in impaired health, injury or death is a poisoning

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T

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T/F: In Texas, a BMI has the same penalties as a DWI

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T

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T/F: Children and the elderly are more susceptible to food borne illness

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T

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T/F: The highest age group for poising fatalities in the home is 0-4 years old

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F

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T/F: CDC estimate at least 4 million households in the US have children living in them that are exposed to high levels of lead

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T

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T/F: Most common source of lead in homes is found in toys, candy and make-up

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F

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T/F: Exposure to lead is only harmful to children

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F

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T/F: Lead exposure can affect nearly every system in the body

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T

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T/F: The death rate due to unintentional injuries in the home is the highest for people ages 44 years and under

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F

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T/F: Lead exposure frequently goes unrecognized and undiagnosed

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T

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T/F: Healthcare workers commit the majority of non-fatal workplace attacks

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F

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T/F: In 2012, there were more drowning fatalities occurring in the home than out in the community

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F

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T/F: In the US, Texas is always in the top 3 states in the number of swimming fatalities annually

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T

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T/F: Females are 3-4 times more likely to drown than males

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F

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T/F: Us Coast guard states alcohol is the leading contributing factor in fatal boating accidents

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T

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T/F: In 2012, there were 63,000 deaths due to unintentional injuries in the home

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T

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T/F: In 2010 a CDC study found 1 out 8 public pools inspected had improper chlorine levels

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T

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T/F: Women represent nearly 80% of the Healthcare workforce

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T

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T/F: Chlorine kills all germs instantly

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F

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