Ch. 14 Promotional of Safety - Key TERMS
OSHA
The federal agency responsible for creating and enforcing safety and health regulations in the workplace
Radiation Exposure:
Protection protocols for working near X-rays or radioactive isotopes. This involves the three principles of safety: Time (limit exposure), Distance (stay as far away as possible), and Shielding (using lead barriers).
Oxygen:
Present in the air to feed the flame.
Class K
For commercial kitchen fires (Cooking oils/fats).
P – Pull
Pull the pin to break the plastic seal.
Safety Standard
The actual rules or protocols set by OSHA (and other bodies) that dictate how equipment should be used and how hazards should be managed.
Body Mechanics:
The efficient use of the body to move and maintain balance while performing tasks.
Class A:
For ordinary combustibles (Wood, Paper, Cloth).
R - Rescue
Move anyone in immediate danger to safety.
A – Aim
Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire (not the flames).
Safety Data Sheet (SDS):
Mandatory documents for every chemical in a facility. They contain 16 sections detailing the chemical's properties, hazards, handling, and first-aid measures.
Base of Support
The foundation that supports your body. For maximum stability, you should maintain a wide base of support by keeping your feet shoulder-width apart.
Class B
For flammable liquids (Grease, Oil, Gasoline).
A - Alarm
Activate the fire alarm and notify the operator
S – Squeeze
Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent.
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
A specific OSHA regulation designed to protect workers from diseases spread through blood and body fluids (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C).
Fuel:
Anything that will burn
Class C
For electrical fires (Cords, Motors, Switches).
c-Contain
Close doors and windows to stop the spread of smoke and fire.
S – Sweep
Sweep from side to side at the base until the fire is out.
Environmental Safety
The overarching practice of ensuring the physical surroundings (lighting, flooring, equipment) are free from hazards that could cause slips, trips, or falls.
Heat
The spark or temperature needed for ignition.
Class D
For combustible metals (Magnesium, Titanium).
E - Extinguish/Evacuate
se a fire extinguisher on small fires, or evacuate if the fire is too large.
Ergonomics
focuses on how the environment is designed to promote safety.