Carts or other transport devices must be designed with what feature to protect against falling and breakage?

• A. Brakes
• B. Guards
• C. Padding
• D. Locking latches

Answer: (B)

Protective guards provide a raised barrier along the sides and ends of a cart, keeping items from sliding off and absorbing incidental contact that could cause containers to tip or break. In hazardous drug transport, this containment is crucial to prevent spills and breakage that could lead to exposure or contamination, and it helps items stay securely in place during movement over bumps or around corners.

Brakes control motion, but they don’t prevent items from falling off the cart. Padding cushions impact but doesn’t stop a container from slipping away. Locking latches secure compartments, yet they don’t offer a general barrier to prevent loads from shifting on top of the cart. Guards specifically address the risk of items falling and breaking, making them the most effective design feature for this purpose.