Ch. 14 Promotional of Safety
The way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.
Body mechanics
A set of regulations established by OSHA requiring employers to protect employees from exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids.
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
Class C
For electrical fires (energized electrical equipment).
A - Alarm
Activate the alarm and notify the appropriate personnel.
An OSHA standard that requires employers to inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace.
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard
A principle of good body mechanics maintained by 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
Practices and policies designed to create a safe, hazard-free physical environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Environmental Safety
Class D
For fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium.
C - Contain:
Contain the fire by closing doors and windows.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Color Code
A specific color-coding system used to label chemicals according to their hazardous category classification.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It is a division of the Department of Labor that establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace
OSHA
The measure of ionizing radiation that a person absorbs. In healthcare, safety protocols (like utilizing time, distance, and shielding) are strictly enforced to minimize this
Radiation Exposure
Class K
For fires involving cooking oils and fats in commercial kitchens.
E - Extinguish/Evacuate
Extinguish the fire if it is safe and small enough, or evacuate the area
First-Aid Measures
Section 4 of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that describes the initial care required for people who have been exposed to a specific chemical.
Forms that manufacturers must provide with any hazardous products they sell. They contain 16 standard sections that make it easy to locate and understand information about how to properly and safely handle hazardous chemicals.
Safety Data Sheet (SDSs)
Class A
For fires involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, and plastics.
3 Things Needed to Start a Fire
Oxygen: Present in the air.
Fuel: Any material that will burn.
Heat: Sparks, matches, flames, etc.
Aligning the body correctly to put less stress on muscles and prevent fatigue. Good posture involves standing straight with stomach muscles pulled in, shoulders relaxed and pulled back, weight balanced equally on each foot, and chest and chin held up.
Posture
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Section 8 of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that indicates the maximum exposure limit to a chemical, engineering controls, and what personal protective equipment is required.
Regulations established and enforced by OSHA for the workplace to prevent accidents and injuries. Two main standards affecting health care providers are the Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard and the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.
Safety Standard
Class B
For fires involving flammable liquids and gases like paint, gasoline, oil, and grease
R - Rescue:
Rescue anyone in immediate danger.
Wearable devices that some health care facilities require providers to wear while lifting or moving patients to help prevent back injuries.
Back Supports
Toxicology Information
Section 11 of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) that identifies the specific health effects of exposure to a chemical and its amount of toxicity.