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Safety Basics
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Occupational Back Support | is a type of back brace with suspenders. |
| Flammable | materials are those that are quick to burn |
| Lockout/Tagout | means that all necessary switches on malfunctioning electrical equipment are tagged and locked from use. |
| Emergency | is a potentially life-threatening situation that usually occurs suddenly and unexpectedly. |
| First Aid | involves assisting an injured person until professional medical help can be provided. |
| Shock | is a serious medical condition in which not enough oxygen reaches tissues. |
| Abrasion | is a scrape or mirror cut |
| Laceration | is a cut or tear in the skin that can be quite deep. |
| Avulsion | happens when a portion of the skin is partially of completely turned off. |
| Puncture Wound | doesn't usually cause excessive bleeding. |
| Heimlich Maneuver | is an emergency technique for preventing suffocation when a person's airway (windpipe) becomes blocked by a piece of food or other object. |
| Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR ) | is emergency care that is performed on people who are unresponsive |
| General Safety Audit | is a review and inspection of all safety procedures and equipment. |