Chapter 13 Promotion of Safety 2009 Delmar Cengage
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![13: 1 Using Body Mechanics • Good body mechanics prevents strain • Muscles work 13: 1 Using Body Mechanics • Good body mechanics prevents strain • Muscles work](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-2.jpg)
![Rules of Good Body Mechanics • Maintain a broad base of support • Bend Rules of Good Body Mechanics • Maintain a broad base of support • Bend](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-3.jpg)
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![Components of Ergonomics • • Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in muscle Components of Ergonomics • • Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in muscle](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-11.jpg)
![Components of Ergonomics (continued) • Prevention of accident and injury • Centers around people Components of Ergonomics (continued) • Prevention of accident and injury • Centers around people](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-12.jpg)
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![Classes of Fire Extinguishers (continued) • Class C: for electrical fires such as fuse Classes of Fire Extinguishers (continued) • Class C: for electrical fires such as fuse](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-22.jpg)
![Types of Fire Extinguishers • The main types include: – – Water Carbon dioxide Types of Fire Extinguishers • The main types include: – – Water Carbon dioxide](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-23.jpg)
![Rules in Case of Fire • Remain calm; do not panic • RACE – Rules in Case of Fire • Remain calm; do not panic • RACE –](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-24.jpg)
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Chapter 13 Promotion of Safety © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![13 1 Using Body Mechanics Good body mechanics prevents strain Muscles work 13: 1 Using Body Mechanics • Good body mechanics prevents strain • Muscles work](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-2.jpg)
13: 1 Using Body Mechanics • Good body mechanics prevents strain • Muscles work best when they are always used correctly • Correct use of muscles makes lifting, pulling, and pushing easier • Prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain and saves energy • Prevents injury to self and others © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Rules of Good Body Mechanics Maintain a broad base of support Bend Rules of Good Body Mechanics • Maintain a broad base of support • Bend](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-3.jpg)
Rules of Good Body Mechanics • Maintain a broad base of support • Bend from the hips and knees to get close to an object • Always use the strongest muscles to do the job • Use the weight of your body to help push or pull an object • Carry heavy objects close to the body (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Rules of Good Body Mechanics (continued) • Avoid twisting your body as you work • Avoid bending for long periods of time • Get help if a patient or object is too heavy to lift alone • Use assistive equipment when needed (e. g. , mechanical lifts, transfer [gait] belts, wheelchairs) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Back Supports Required by many health care facilities To be worn when Back Supports • Required by many health care facilities • To be worn when](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-5.jpg)
Back Supports • Required by many health care facilities • To be worn when lifting or moving • Effectiveness is controversial, reminds wearer to use body mechanics • Should be correct size in order to provide the maximum benefit • It should fit snugly when needed and can be loosened at other times © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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13: 2 Preventing Accidents and Injuries • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Division of the Department of Labor – Establishes and enforces safety standards in the workplace – Two main standards that affect health care: • The Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard • The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Preventing Accidents and Injuries (continued) • Two standards that affect health care workers: – The Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard – The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals The Standard requires employers to inform employees of Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals • The Standard requires employers to inform employees of](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-8.jpg)
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals • The Standard requires employers to inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in workplace • All manufacturers must provide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) with any hazardous product they sell • Specific information has to be provided on the MSDS • Training for employees © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Contains mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused Bloodborne Pathogen Standard • Contains mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-9.jpg)
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard • Contains mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids • Diseases that can be contracted by exposure to body fluids include hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and AIDS © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Ergonomics • Applied science to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Components of Ergonomics Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in muscle Components of Ergonomics • • Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in muscle](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-11.jpg)
Components of Ergonomics • • Correct placement of furniture and equipment Training in muscle movements Efforts to avoid repetitive motions An awareness of the environment to prevent injuries (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Components of Ergonomics (continued) • Prevention of accident and injury • Centers around people and the immediate environment • Health care worker must follow safety regulations • Remember, health care workers have a legal responsibility to protect the patient from harm and injury © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Equipment and Solutions Regulations • Do not operate or use any equipment until you have been trained on how to use it • Read and follow operating instructions • Report any damaged or malfunctioning equipment immediately • Do not use frayed or damaged electrical cords (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Equipment and Solutions Regulations (continued) • Observe all safety rules • Read MSDSs • Never use solutions that are from unlabeled bottles • Read labels at least three times • Do not mix solutions together unless instructed to do so © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![PatientResident Safety Regulations Do not perform any procedures on patients unless instructed and Patient/Resident Safety Regulations • Do not perform any procedures on patients unless instructed and](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-15.jpg)
Patient/Resident Safety Regulations • Do not perform any procedures on patients unless instructed and properly authorized • Provide privacy for all patients • Identify your patient • Explain the procedure (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Patient/Resident Safety Regulations (continued) • Observe patient closely during any procedures • Check all areas for safety hazards • Observe all safety checkpoints © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Personal Safety Regulations • Responsible to protect yourself and others from injury • Use correct body mechanics • Wear the required uniform • Walk; do not run • Report any injury or accident • Unsafe situations need to be reported (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Personal Safety Regulations (continued) • Keep all areas neat and clean • Wash hands frequently • Dry hands thoroughly before handling electrical equipment • Wear safety glasses when appropriate • Observe all safety precautions (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Personal Safety Regulations (continued) • If any solution comes in contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with cool water and report • If particle gets in eyes, report immediately, do not try to remove or rub eye © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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13: 3 Observing Fire Safety • Fire requires – Oxygen—found in the air – Fuel—any material that will burn – Heat—sparks, matches, flames • Causes of fires © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Classes of Fire Extinguishers • Classified and labeled according to kind of fire they extinguish • Main classes: A, B, C, and D • Class A: for combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic, or wood • Class B: for flammable or combustible liquids which include gasoline, paint, grease, or cooking fat (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Classes of Fire Extinguishers (continued) • Class C: for electrical fires such as fuse boxes, appliances, wiring, and electrical outlets (the C stands for non-conductive) • Class D: for burning or specific combustible metals © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Types of Fire Extinguishers The main types include Water Carbon dioxide Types of Fire Extinguishers • The main types include: – – Water Carbon dioxide](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-23.jpg)
Types of Fire Extinguishers • The main types include: – – Water Carbon dioxide Dry chemical Halon © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
![Rules in Case of Fire Remain calm do not panic RACE Rules in Case of Fire • Remain calm; do not panic • RACE –](https://slidetodoc.com/presentation_image/0c7bc7d404664b467d7eee9f6d15f36a/image-24.jpg)
Rules in Case of Fire • Remain calm; do not panic • RACE – – R: rescue anyone in immediate danger A: activate the alarm C: confine the fire E: extinguish the fire © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Preventing Fires • • Be alert to causes of fires Correct situations that lead to fires Obey “no smoking” signs Extinguish matches, cigarettes, and any flammable items completely • Dispose of all waste materials in proper containers (continues) © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Preventing Fires (continued) • Handle electrical equipment carefully • Store flammable materials in proper containers and in a safe area • If flammable liquid spilled, clean up immediately • Do not allow clutter to accumulate • When oxygen is in use, observe special precautions © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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Summary • Health care workers are legally responsible for familiarizing themselves with disaster policies • Preventing fires is everyone’s concern • Be alert to causes of fires and take measures to prevent them • Know policies to follow in case of fire © 2009 Delmar, Cengage Learning
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