Health Careers Academy At THS

Health Careers Academy At THS
Safety & Security Unit 7 September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Body Mechanics: the way the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Eight basic rules of good body mechanics: Maintain broad base of support Keep feet 8-10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly in front of the other, balance weight on both feet, pointing toes in direction of movement Bend from hips & knees to get close to object, keeping back straight do not bend at the waist. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Eight basic rules of good body mechanics: Use the weight of your body to help push or pull an object. Whenever possible, push, slide, or pull rather than lift. If given a choice, always PUSH instead of pulling September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Eight basic rules of good body mechanics: Carry heavy objects close to the body. Stand close to the object or person being moved. Avoid twisting your body as you work. Turn with your feet and entire body when you change direction of movement. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Eight basic rules of good body mechanics: Avoid bending for long periods of time. Use larger body muscles to lift/push/pull. Larger muscles located in upper arms, shoulders, hips, thighs ASK FOR HELP if item or patient is too heavy for you to lift alone. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Body Mechanics 9/18/2018 Back Supports: Required by many facilities: Must be worn when lifting or moving patients Tightened snugly during use Can be loosened when worker is not actively moving or lifting patient Can provide false sense of security September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Preventing Accidents & Injuries
9/18/2018 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Branch of the Department of Labor Establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace Two Main Branches of OSHA: Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard Bloodborne Pathogen Standard September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard: Requires that employers inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be for every hazardous chemical (provided by manufacturer) September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard: Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must provide the following information: Product identification information about the chemical Protection or precautions that should be used while handling the chemicals (wearing gloves, goggles, room ventilation, etc.) Instructions for safe use of chemical September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard: Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must provide the following information: Procedure for handling spills, cleanup, and disposal of the product Emergency first aid procedures September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard: Requires that employers train all employees on proper procedures and policies for: Identifying the types and locations of all chemicals or hazards Locating and using the MSDS manual Reading and interpreting chemical labels and hazard signs September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard: Requires that employers train all employees on proper procedures and policies for: Using personal protective equipment (PPE) Masks, gowns, gloves and goggles Locating cleaning equipment and following correct methods for cleaning up spills & reporting to proper supervisor/agency Properly disposing of chemicals September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Bloodborne Pathogens Standard: Contains mandates to protect health care providers from disease caused by exposure to body fluids Blood or blood components Urine and stool Semen and vaginal secretions CSF Saliva, mucus, and other similar fluids September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Bloodborne Pathogens Standard: Three diseases that can be contracted by exposure to body fluids: Hepatitis B: caused by Hepatitis B virus Hepatitis C: caused by Hepatitis C virus Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Ergonomics: applied science used to promote the safety and well being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Ergonomics: Components of ergonomics: Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in required muscle movements Efforts to avoid repetitive motions Awareness of the environment to prevent injuries September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Equipment Safety: September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Ergonomics: Health care workers must follow established safety regulations: Be conscious of personal and patient/resident safety Exercise care when handling equipment and solutions Use good judgment September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Ergonomics: Health care workers must follow established safety regulations: Ask questions when in doubt Remember: The health care worker has a legal responsibility to protect the patient from harm or injury September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Equipment & Solutions: Do NOT operate or use any equipment until you have been trained on how to use it. Report any damaged or malfunctioning equipment immediately and make no attempt to use it Lock out tags Locking devices September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Equipment & Solutions: Do NOT use frayed or damaged electrical cords Do NOT use plug if third prong is missing or broken September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Equipment & Solutions: NEVER use solutions from bottles that are not labeled Read labels on solutions at least three times. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Equipment & Solutions: Five Patient Rights For Medicine Administration (Solutions): Right Patient Right Medication Right Dose Right Time Right Route (Pill, shot, suppository, topical, etc.) September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Patient/Resident Safety: Do NOT perform any procedures on patients that you have not been trained on or have been authorized to do (Dr.’s order) Avoid shortcuts or incorrect techniques Be conscious of patient safety in EVERYTHING you do. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Provide Privacy: Knock on door before entering room Identify yourself Ask for permission to enter room Close door/curtain when providing care September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Identify Patient/Resident: Be 100% certain that you have the correct patient! Methods of Identifying: Check armband Repeat name at least twice Check the name on patients record Ask adult family members/visitors September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Explain Procedures: Explain all procedures in language that the patient can understand Provide translator if needed Answer all questions Ensure that you have patient consent NEVER do a procedure without consent September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 Observe Safety Checkpoints: Patient is positioned comfortably Siderails are elevated (if indicated) Bed is at LOWEST level Wheels on bed/wheelchair are locked Call bell is within reach Personal supplies within reach September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Personal Safety 9/18/2018 It is your responsibility to protect yourself and others from injury: Walk! Do not run in the laboratory or clinical area, hallways or on stairs Keep to the right in hallways and stairs Watch carefully at intersections to avoid collisions Use handrails September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Personal Safety 9/18/2018 It is your responsibility to protect yourself and others from injury: Report any personal injury or accident to the instructor/supervisor - no matter how minor – immediately Report unsafe situation or unsafe practice to instructor Keep all areas neat/clean September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Personal Safety 9/18/2018 It is your responsibility to protect yourself and others from injury: Return supplies to proper place when done with them Wash your hands frequently Before & after any procedure Anytime they become contaminated September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Personal Safety 9/18/2018 It is your responsibility to protect yourself and others from injury: Wear safety glasses when required Avoid horseplay or practical jokes If solution comes in contact with eye or skin: Flush area with water Report incident to instructor September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In 2008, U.S. fire departments responded to 386,500 fires in the home which caused 13,160 injuries, 2,755 deaths, $8.2 billion in damage. Anatomy of a fire: Oxygen: found in air Fuel: any material that will burn Heat: sparks, matches, flame, heat source September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Causes of Fire: Smoking In 2006, there were an estimated 142,900 related fires in the U.S. These fires resulted in 780 deaths, 1,600 injuries and $606 million in property damage. Upholstered furniture and mattresses and bedding are the first items ignited for most home structure fatal fires started by smoking materials. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Causes of Fire: Smoking One out of four fatal victims of smoking-related fires is not the smoker. Fewer fatal smoking-related fires started in living rooms, family rooms, and dens than in bedrooms. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Causes of Fire: Misuse of Electricity Overloaded circuits Frayed wires Improperly grounded plugs Heaters Space heaters Spontaneous Ignition Improper disposal of trash September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Causes of Fire: Arson Fire departments responded to 51,840 intentionally set fires annually during These fires resulted in 377 deaths, 1,115 injuries and an $898.1 million in property damage. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Classes of Fire Extinguishers: Fire extinguishers are classified by the kind of fire they extinguish Many different types Main Types: A ABC B C September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Classes of Fire Extinguishers: Type A Extinguisher: Pressurized water Used For: Paper, cloth, wood NEVER USE ON GREASE FIRE! September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Classes of Fire Extinguishers: Type B Extinguisher: Carbon Dioxide Used For: Gasoline, oil, paint, burning liquids, cooking fats Leaves powdery snow-like residue Irritates eyes / do not inhale September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Classes of Fire Extinguishers: Type C Extinguisher: Dry Chemical Used For: Electrical fires Burning liquids Chemical is non-conducting September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Classes of Fire Extinguishers: Type ABC Extinguisher: Graphite-type chemical Used For: All types of fires Leaves residue Can be damaging to skin/eyes September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Using Fire Extinguisher: Check Type! Use correct extinguisher Locate/release pin Hold extinguisher firmly and in upright position Stand 6-10 ft. from edge of fire Aim nozzle at BASE of fire September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Using Fire Extinguisher: Discharge the extinguisher Side to side motion Do not discharge extinguisher to center of the fire. This may spread fire. Aim for edge of fire. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Using Fire Extinguisher: P.A.S.S. P: Pull the pin A: Aim extinguisher to edge/base of fire S: Squeeze handle to discharge S: Sweep from side-to-side September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In Case of Fire: Remain calm. Sound fire alarm Follow facility’s established fire plan If personal safety is endangered Evacuate area If fire is small and confined to one area (trash can), find/use correct extinguisher September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In Case of Fire: In health care facilities Close all doors “Fire Rated” doors (1-4 Hours) Do NOT use elevators September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In Case of Fire: Patients are safer within facility Evacuate as last resort Ambulatory Wheelchairs Beds Blanket carry September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In Case of Fire: Turn off oxygen valves September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 In Case of Fire: R.A.C.E. R: Rescue anyone in immediate danger A: Activate the alarm C: Confine the fire E: Extinguish the fire September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

FIRE SAFETY 9/18/2018 Preventing Fires: Constantly monitor for hazards Obey/enforce “No Smoking” signs Check electrical cords Do not overload electrical circuits September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Other Emergencies 9/18/2018 Be familiar with facilities emergency “codes” and plans for each September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

Other Emergencies 9/18/2018 Always ensure you are safe first – then you will be able to care for your patient in an emergency. September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

9/18/2018 End of Lecture September 18, 2018 Health Careers Academy At THS

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