CLASSWORK - Ch. 14 Promotional of Safety - Key TERMS
body mechanics
the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts
base of support
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
OHSA
a division of the department of lab or, establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace
Safety Data Sheet
sheets that contain any hazardous products that manufacturers sell
Safety Standard
the occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals standard, and the bloodborne pathogen standard
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids
Environmental safety
main standard of safety standards
Radiation exposure
major concern in radiology department and dental offices
Fire extinguisher
classified and labeled according to the kind of fire they extinguish
Class A
used on fires involving combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic and wood
class B
used for fires and flammable liquids and gases such as paint, gasoline, oil,
Class C
used for electrical fires such as fuse boxes, electrical outlets, and appliances
Class D
used on burning or combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium
Class K
used on burning cooking material such as fats, grease, and oils in commercial cooking sites
defiine the 3 gthings needed to start a fire
Fuel (wood, paper, gas)
Heat
oxygen
RACE
R- rescue anyone in immediate danger
A- activate the alarm
C- contain the fire
E- extinguish the fire