Ladders
Name 3 pieces of information on the label of a ladder
Ladder size, weight rate, Model #, Highest standing level, Date of manufacture, ANSI standard number, warning information
When approaching a lift, what should the last step be....in relation to foot position.
Last step, wide stance
What is the Good Samaritans Act
Anyone in PA that uses an AED in an emergency will not be liable for any civil damages.
What does BBP stand for and give an example
Bloodborne pathogens, Hepatitis B, HIV, AIDS, malaria, syphilis, brucellosis
What are 3 things that should be worn when shoveling
Hat to keep the heat in, gloves to prevent hands from getting frost bite, layers of clothing to so you can peel a layer if get too warm, scarf to put over mouth to warm air if very cold out, boots to prevent falling and to keep feet warm.
Name 3 materials that ladders are constructed of AND which would you use if you were working with electricity?
Wood, aluminum, fiberglass
fiberglass
When lifting a load that is very heavy, what should you do?
How do you know when to shock someone
The machine tells you and won't shock unless conditions are right (no heart rhythm)
What are 6 modes of transportation
sexual contact, sharing needles, mothers to babies at birth, accidental puncture, open sores, cuts/abrasions, acne, blisters, eyes, nose mouth membranes
What is the technique for shoveling a sidewalk or a walking pathway
Shovel the snow past the edge of the pathway so subsequent snows do not narrow the pathway.
What are three things to check before getting on a ladder?
Weight restriction, braces are locked, cleats are flat, no damage to the ladder, long enough for the job, doesn't conduct electricity.
Considering our new power lifting techniques, what is different from the old style of lifting that was taught?
Old way, all the movement was between the shoulders in more of a vertical movement. Knees got in the way of the move and balance was an issue.
When placing electrode pads on a victim, name 3 things you want to avoid.
and
How do you know where to place the pads
Shave them if too much hair, no jewelry under the pads, do not place over a pacemaker.
The pads have pictures on them that show placement area.
Name 3 pieces of PPE that should be worn when cleaning up a BBP environment
Gloves, goggles, mask
What is the best technique for shoveling.....physical position and then in relation to the snow.
Use your core strength, not your back. Don't throw snow over your shoulder. Wide stance. Squat, don't bend.
Shovel more smaller loads than one big load of snow.
Name 2 places you should never stand on a ladder.
And...
what is the "rule" for reaching when working on a ladder?
The top two steps and on the opposite side of the ladder on the cross bracing.
Pushing and pulling can be just as harmful as lifting a load. Name 3 "rules" for pushing and pulling a load.
Firm grip, wide stance
Bend your knees and drop your rear end down low to initiate a strong, powerful pull
The beginning of a pull should be smooth, not jerky
Never pull one handed - causes shoulder injuries
Avoid poor, akward posture
If you approached a victim, outline the first 3 things you would do.
Call for help, send someone for an AED or get it yourself if alone, place the pads on the victim and listen for breathing.
Name the hygiene practices that can protect against transmission.
AND
What does the College offer to help protect you
Wash your hands with a soft, non abrasive soap, never eat, drink, smoke handle contact lenses when in the area
HEP B vaccination
What are the 3 most frequent injuries due to shoveling
Acute musculoskeletal exertion (54%), slips and falls (20%), and struck by a shovel (15%)
What are three things that need to be considered when choosing a ladder?
Environment
Total wight to support
Length
We learned a new way to lift that demonstrated 5 different ways to lift. Name 4 of the 5 ways
Basic Power Lift, tip the load power lift, Tripod power lift, golfer's bend, lean bar lift.
We learned how to do hands free CPR. Explain how to perform it.
Call 911 and do compressions in the middle of the chest hard and fast at a rate of 100 -120 compressions/minute until help arrives.
Describe the process for cleaning up a BBP environment.
Spray TNT on the material (blood, vomit), Cover the area with an absorbent and let sit for 10 minutes, us paper towels to gather all the contaminated material and place in bag, once all the material is bagged, apply another coat of TNT to the surface and clean.
What should you avoid before shoveling? Ingestion
What should you do before shoveling?
What are the signs of a heart attack?
Avoid caffeine and nicotine (stimulants)
Hydrate
Chest, shoulder, neck pain, dizziness, fainting, sweating and/or nausea, shortness of breath