Vocab
Refers to the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.
Body Mechanics
Has mandates to protect health care providers from disease caused by exposure to body fluids.
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
Rescue anyone in immediate danger. Move patients to a safe area. If the patient can walk, escort them to a safe area. At times it may be necessary to move a patient in a bed or use the bed sheets as lift sheets to carry a patient to a safe area.
R
Used for fires of ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, and plastics
Class A
1.
Oxygen
Keeping the feet 8-10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly forward, balancing weight on both feet, and pointing the toes in the direction of movement.
Base of support
To have what is around you safe.
Environmental safety
Activate the alarm. Sound the alarm and give the location and type of fire.
A
Used for fires of flammable liquids and gases such as paint, gasoline, oil, grease, and cooking fires
2.
Fuel
A division of the Department of Labor, establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace.
OSHA
A major concern in radiology departments and dental offices.
Radiation exposure
Contain the fire. Close the windows and doors to prevent drafts. Shut off electrical equipment and oxygen if your safety is not endangered.
C
Used for electrical fires such as fuse boxes, electrical outlets, and appliances; if possible, turn off the electricity before using an extinguisher on this type of fire
Class C
3.
Heat
Formerly known as Material Safety Data sheets, with any hazardous products they sell.
Safety Data Sheet
Classified and labeled according to the kind of fire they extinguish.
Fire extinguisher
Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area. If the fire is small and contained, and you are not in danger, locate the correct fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire. If the fire is larger or spreading rapidly, or if you or a patient/resident are in danger evacuate the area.
E
Used on burning or combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium; specific for the type of metal; not used on other type of fires
Class D
Carbon dioxide gas that provides a smothering action on the fire by forming a cloud of cool ice or snow that displaces the air and oxygen; leaves a powdery, snow-like residue that irritates the skin and eyes and can be dangerous if inhaled; most effective on Class B or C fires.
Carbon dioxide
Basic safety majors.
Safety Standard
Requires that employers inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace.
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard.
Contains a gas that interferes with the chemical reaction that occurs when fuels burn; used on electrical equipment because if does not leave a residue and will not damage appliances such as computers' most effective on Class C fires.
Halon
Used on burning cooking material such as fats, grease, and oils in commercial cooking sites.
Class K
Contains pressurized water and should only be used on Class A fires
Water