Medical Waste-Dirty Jobs

What is the primary focus of the show 'Dirty Jobs'?

• Teaching people how to avoid dirty jobs

• Discovering and participating in dirty jobs around the country

• Finding people who work in extremely clean environments

• Exploring high-paying jobs across the country

Where does the episode take place?

• New York City, New York

• Sioux Falls, South Dakota

• Austin, Texas

• Los Angeles, California

What is the name given to the main machine used in the medical waste treatment process?

• Big Bertha

• Waste Warrior

• The Shredder

• Miss Piggy

What is the purpose of naming the main machine 'Miss Piggy'?

• The machine makes a noise similar to a pig

• Because it's slow and meticulous

• Due to its large size and appetite for waste

• It's a reference to a famous TV character

Why is medical waste treated before disposal?

• To change its color

• To make it reusable

• To sterilize and decontaminate it

• To reduce its volume

What kind of waste does the medical waste treatment facility handle?

• A variety of medical waste including sharps and blood-contaminated items

• Only chemical waste

• Only plastic waste

• Exclusively food waste from hospitals

What is the primary reason for treating medical waste?

• To make it smell better

• To reduce its size

• To convert it into energy

• To comply with state regulations

What symbol is universally recognized for biohazard?

• A skull and crossbones

• A biohazard symbol

• A green recycling symbol

• A red cross

What is the significance of the biohazard symbol in the facility?

• It's used to identify areas and items that are biohazardous

• It indicates areas where food is prepared

• It marks the location of the bathroom

• It's purely decorative

What is used to test the effectiveness of the waste treatment process?

• Chemical strips

• Bacteriological indicator capsules

• pH testing kits

• Temperature gauges