1. Promotion of Safety

2. Body Mechanics
Refers to the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.

3. 4 Main Reasons to use good body mechanics
Muscles work best when used correctly
Correct use of muscles makes lifting, pulling, and pushing easier
Correct application of body mechanics prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain, and saves energy
Correct application of body mechanics prevents injury to self and others

4. Good Body Mechanic Rules
1. Use a broad base of support. (8-10 inches apart)
2. Don’t twist and lift.
3. Don’t bend for long periods of time.
4. Get help if the load is too heavy.
5. Bend from the hips and knees, not the waist.
6. Use the strongest muscles to do the job.
7. Push or pull using the weight of your body.
8. Carry objects close to the body.

5. Ergonomics
Applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries
Correct placement of furniture and equipment
Training in required muscle movements
Efforts to avoid repetitive motions
Awareness of the environment to prevent injuries

6. Checkpoint 1 Get into groups with your row of desks
Each person in the row grab 3-5 textbooks and do the following
Stand on toes with feet close together
Stand on toes with feet shoulder with apart
Stand w/feet flat on floor but touching
Stand w/feet flat on floor but shoulder width and one foot slightly forward
Balance your weight on both feet (This position should feel the most secure to you!!)

7. Checkpoint 2 Place textbook on the floor
BEND FROM THE HIPS AND KNEES (NOT THE WAIST) AND KEEP YOUR BACK STRAIGHT TO PICK UP THE BOOK. RETURN TO STANDING…

8. Checkpoint 3
Place book b/t thumb and fingers, but not touching the palm of your hand, and hold your hand straight out in front of your body
Slowly move your hand towards your body, stopping several times to feel the weight of the book in different positions
Finally, hold the book with your entire hand and bring your hand close to your body.
*This position should be the most comfortable
This illustrates the need to carry heavy objects close to your body and to use the strongest muscles to do the job

9. OSHA If a label is missing, do not use the chemical!!!
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Requires that:
All substances must be labeled
Labels must identify:
physical & health hazards
precaution measures
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
directions for using substance safely
storage and disposal information
labels MAY NOT be removed
If a label is missing, do not use the chemical!!!

10. OSHA
A hazardous material is any substance that presents a physical or health hazard.
OSHA requires that employees understand the risks and know how to handle hazardous substances.
Physical hazards can cause fire or explosions.
Health hazards can cause be acute (short) or chronic (long) term.

11. OSHA Requires Employers inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace
In addition, all manufacturers must provide Material Safety Data Sheets. MSDS provide detailed information about
Product & company identification
Ingredient information
Hazard identification
First aid measures
Fire fighting measures
Accidental release measures
Handling & storage
Exposure controls/ PPE
Stability & reactivity
Employees must know the location of the MSDS and how to use them

13. Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
Protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids
Examples: blood and blood components, urine, stool, semen, vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal fluid, saliva, mucus, and other similar fluids
Diseases contracted from body fluids
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
AIDS

14. Bloodborne Pathogen Standards
Employers must:
Exposure control plan to minimize or eliminate employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens
ID employees who have occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Provide Hepatitis B vaccine free of charge
Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Gloves, gowns, lab coats, masks, face shields
Maintain worksite in a clean and sanitary condition and decontaminate infected surfaces properly
Provide color-coded containers (i.e. sharps containers)
Post warning signs where applicable
Provide training to employees

15. Standard Precautions for Infection Control

16. Standard Precautions in Action
Standard Precautions Video
Write down 5 Facts most interesting to YOU that the video discusses. Everyone should have different answers.

17. Lab Rules Students may not:
be in lab without teacher
be in storage areas without permission
sit or lay on beds
use equipment without permission
Observe all safety precautions if performing a lab on another student and only do what you have been instructed to do

18. Safety Rules - Electrical
Do not operate equipment until you have been trained to use it
Check electrical cords for fraying and grounding prongs
Make sure equipment is calibrated properly by checking for 8’s on the LED

19. Safety Rules - Solutions
Do not mix solutions
Never use solutions from unlabeled bottles
Check solution labels 3 times
Wear appropriate protective gear
Report spill immediately

20. Safety – Patient Care
Do not perform procedures on patients unless directed to do so
Provide privacy
Identify patients properly
Explain procedures completely
Be aware of hazards as they develop
Check safety check points before leaving room

21. Safety - Personal
Protect yourself and others
Use correct body mechanics
Wear proper uniform
Walk – do not run, and keep to the right
Report injury or accident promptly
Report unsafe conditions immediately
Keep all areas clean and neat

22. Safety - Personal Wash hands frequently
Wear protective gear when needed
Dry hands before handling electrical equipment
Flush areas that come in contact with solutions immediately

23. FIRE
Elements of fire
oxygen
heat (a spark or flame)
fuel
One of these must be eliminated to extinguish a fire.
Fire prevention
storage of flammable materials
maintenance of electrical equipment
non smoking facility

24. Fire Extinguishers Class A- (pressurized water)
Use on combustibles.For ordinary materials such as paper, cloth, wood, and cardboard.
Class B- (carbon dioxide CO2 )
Use flammable or combustible liquids.
For gasoline, oil, paint, liquid, cooking fats, etc.
Leaves a powdery, snowlike residue that irritates the skin and eyes.
If water is used on these types of fires, it will spread.
Class C- (dry chemical-contains potassium bicarbonate or potassium chloride).
Use on electrical fires.
For energized electrical equipment such as power tools, appliances, and switches.
Water is particularly dangerous because of the risk of electrical shock.
Class ABC –(graphite-type chemical)
Use on all fires. Multipurpose extinguisher.

25. Fire Extinguishers Four types (used on)
A – wood, paper, cloth, plastic
B – gas, pain, grease, oil
C – electrical
D– Combustible metals
All fire extinguishers must be serviced yearly by a professional and checked monthly

28. RACE

29. RACE R-Rescue anyone in immediate danger A-Activate the Alarm
C-Contain the Fire
E-Extinguish the fire or Evacuate

30. In Case of a Fire Remain calm
If your safety is in danger, evacuate the area and sound the alarm.
If the fire is small (and you are not in danger) determine what type of fire it is and use the proper extinguisher.
Know your health facility’s fire safety plan
Remove patients from harm
Sound the alarm
Close all doors and windows
Shut off electrical equipment and oxygen
Do NOT use the elevators

31. Rules for Preventing Fire
Obey No Smoking signs
Extinguish matches, cigarettes, and other flammable items completely
Dispose of all waster materials in proper containers
Before using electrical equipment, check for damaged cords or improper grounding.
Avoid overloading electrical outlets.
Store flammable materials in proper containers and in safe areas. If you spill a flammable liquid, wipe it up immediately.
Do not allow clutter to accumulate in rooms, closets, doorways or traffic areas. Make sure nothing is blocking fire exits.
When oxygen is in use, post a No-Smoking – Oxygen in Use sign. Remove all smoking materials from the room.