Equipment
Provide 2 examples of equipment in clean and safe working condition.
Some examples:
- Spineboards with working velcro
- CPR Manikins without cracks
When and why should hand washing be encouraged?
Regular hand washing must be encouraged throughout courses to reduce the risk of infection and disease transmission.
Employers are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment?
True!
Who must treat everyone respectfully, without insult, harassment, foul language, or gesture?
Instructors
Affiliates should be aware of WorkSafeBC’s requirement to implement a [???] within their facilities.
Communicable disease prevention plan
If candidates are sharing CPR manikins, they must be disinfected...
Between each use.
Thoroughly wipe the mouth, face, and chest of the manikin with alcohol wipes (or other disinfection wipes) for at least 30 seconds.
At no time would an Instructor require candidates to perform ________________ in Lifesaving Society courses.
Mouth-to-mouth contact.
Employers have the option to have a "Respect in the Workplace" program?
False!
In British Columbia, respect in the workplace is primarily governed by the Human Rights Code and WorkSafeBC's policies, which interpret the Workers Compensation Act.
Who has the right to a workplace free of violence and harassment?
Instructors (employees in general).
Employers follow legislation, regulations, standards, and guidelines set by which organization?
Bonus points: Which documents?
WorkSafeBC
Bonus: Workers' Compensation Act and Occupations Health & Safety Regulation
How must the equipment that makes direct contact with class participants (e.g., pocket mask with one-way valve) be washed...
With detergent and water, then soaked in a bleach solution (1 part bleach/10 parts water) for a minimum of 10 minutes.
It is the responsibility of the employee to adhere to employer policies and procedures for workplace health and safety AND be aware of applicable legislation and regulation.
True!
Who is responsible for orientating new staff and providing ongoing training on workplace health and safety standards?
Employers