Introduction to the Operating Room
LESSON 3: Safety in the Operating Room
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Section II. EXPLOSION AND FIRE HAZARDS
3-3. DEFINITIONS
a. Hazardous Locations. Hazardous locations are those rooms in which either combustible anesthetic agents or disinfecting agents are stored and the areas in anesthetizing locations extending upward to five feet from the floor.
b. Anesthetizing Location. These are areas in the hospital where combustible anesthetic agents are administered to patients. Operating rooms, delivery rooms, anesthesia rooms, and rooms used for preoperative preparation of patients are included in these locations. Also included are corridors, utility rooms, and other areas used for the induction of anesthesia.
