Health Science Safety Information Keeping YOU safe from injury and illness

Why Do We Review Safety Information? State law requires it It keeps you safe in the classroom Prepares you for future employment with information that you will need to know

What Will We Be Going Over? Blood borne pathogens + prevention Body mechanics Fire Safety

At The End… After all of the information is reviewed, you will have 3 chances to pass the safety test with a 100% If you can’t pass the test 100% correctly with 3 chances, you will be removed from the course

Blood Borne Pathogens Part 1

Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) Infectious microorganisms found in blood that can cause disease in humans Preventable Can be deadly This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

BBP 2 Main Categories Hepatitis 5 types HIV This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

Hepatitis Virus that attacks the liver 5 Types Why is this dangerous? Hep. A and E – contracted via fecal-oral route Hep. B – most serious Needles, unprotected sex, razors, etc. 3 shot vaccine available Hep. C – contraction similar to Hep. B  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Xz2x9G1Bu8 NO VACCINE AVAILABLE! Chronic liver disease; transplant possible Hep. D – side effect of Hep. B (rare)

Hepatitis Signs and Symptoms Jaundice Nausea/vomiting Fever Abdominal Pain Dark urine Fatigue This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC

Hepatitis This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Virus that attacks the immune system – most serious BBP Preventable? Yes. Curable? Not yet… Contracted via bodily fluids Needle sharing, unprotected sex, etc. Can develop into AIDS Not everyone who has HIV has AIDS! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPEONF3hUBI

BBP You DO NOT get a BBP from: Sweat Tears Toilet seats Giving blood Sharing a meal

BBP *Universal Precautions – treat every patient/body fluid as infected* Exposure Control Plan What to do when exposed Healthcare facilities require it Review/training every 12 months Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Provides safety laws/guidelines

BBP Disposal Don’t re-use needles Dispose used needles in sharps container Soiled clothing marked and disinfected Bloody bandages/gauze thrown in biohazard bin Biohazard = RED

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use to limit BBP exposure Can include: Gloves Gowns Glasses/goggles Shoe Covers Masks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= gdK6JhBLhCw

Handwashing (Write the first line) The best way YOU can prevent spread of infection! Should be done before and after seeing patient/eating/bathroom, etc. Steps: Turn on warm water Remove jewelry Apply soap Scrub hands (front and back), fingers, nails, between fingers, and wrists Rinse under water Dry hands Use paper towel to turn off the faucet/open door! Let’s watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_Fs0Qrtu90 Let’s practice – you must get this right

Body Mechanics Part 2

Body Mechanics Coordination of body alignment, balance, and movement DO NOT: Use your back to lift Lift more than you can handle Twist Stoop repeatedly Stand on unsteady objects

Body Mechanics Follow “TBH” TUCK your pelvis/tighten abdomen BEND at your knees, not the waist HUG the object to your body

Body Mechanics Additional Tips Push/pull vs. lifting Use a partner Use strongest muscles Spread your feet (broad base) Let’s watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zq97LFOSbVI Let’s practice…

Fire Safety Part 3

Fire Safety DO NOT DO Overcrowd outlets Overuse extension cords Use frayed wires/cords Smoke near combustibles Have an escape plan Know location of extinguisher Keep doorways and exits clear Illuminate exit signs

If A Fire Occurs…RACE! R-rescue patient near you in danger A-pull the alarm C-contain the fire by closing doors and windows E-extinguish the fire or evacuate

Fire Extinguisher PASS Pull the pin Aim at base of fire Squeeze the lever Sweep side to side https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z CSms-jyOao Where is ours located?

Fire Extinguisher cont. 4 main types Class A (H2O) – paper, cloth, wood, etc. Class B (CO2) – gas and oil (kitchen fires) Class C (Dry Chemical) – electrical Class ABC (Graphite Foam) – all fires