Safety in Workplace Word Scramble
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Body Mechanics | way in which body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts |
4 main reasons for proper use of good body mechanics | -muscles work best when used correctly -Correct use of muscles makes lifting,etc. easier -Prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain,saves energy -Prevent injury to self and others |
Rules of good body mechanics | maintain broad base of support-8-10" apart with 1 foot slightly forward -Bend from hips and knees -get close to an object -Use weight of body to help push or pull object -Use strongest muscles to do the work -Avoid twisting body -Get help if object heavy |
OSHA | Occupational Safety and Health Administration- enforce safety in the work place |
Two main standards that affect health care | Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals -Bloodborne Pathogen Standard |
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard | Require employees of all chemicals and hazards in workplace |
MSDS | Material Safety Data Sheet- all manufacturers must provide this with any hazardous product they sell |
Ergonomics | applied science to promote the safety and well being of people by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries |
Label Reading | at least three times |
Patient Safety | -Not perform procedures on paients unless instructed and properly authorized -provide privacy -alway knock -explain procedure before begin -observe patient closely during any procedures -check all areas for safety hazards -observe all safety checkpoints |
Safety checkpoints | -put in confortable position -side rails elevated -bed at lowest level -wheels locked -call signal within reach -open privacy curtains -area neat and clean -no hazards present |
Safety | HCT must: be aware of personal and patient safety; follow all safety policies; have a legal responsibility to protect patient from harm and injury |
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