Key terms
Body Mechanics
Refers to the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
Has mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to bodily fluids
Class B
used on fires involving flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, paint, grease, and cooking fat
RACE
acronym used to remember the important steps to follow during a fire.
According to the textbook, which federal agency is responsible for establishing and enforcing safety standards in the workplace?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Base of support
Keeping the feet 8-10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly forward, and balancing weight on both feet and pointing the toes in the direction of movement
Enviromental Safety
Environmental hazards in healthcare facilities can also endanger patients, healthcare personnel, other individuals, and the environment
Class C
used on electrical fires such as fuse boxes, appliances, wiring, and electrical outlets
R
Rescue anyone in immediate danger
Based on Section 1 of the Safety Data Sheet, what are two "other means of identification" used for Mercury?
Any two of the following: Colloidal Mercury, Quick Silver, Liquid Silver, NCI-C60399, or Hydrargyrum.
OSHA
A division of the OBRA department or labor establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace
Radiation exposure
a major concern in radiology departments and dental offices
Class D
used on burning or combustible metals; often specific for the type of metal being used and not used on any other types of fires
Activate the alarm
Look at the "Hazard Statements" in Section 2. What are the specific risks mercury poses to human reproduction and aquatic life?
It may damage fertility or the unborn child (H360) and is very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H410).
Safety Data Sheets
(SDSs) contain 16 standard sections that make it easy to locate and understand information about how to properly and safely handle hazardous chemicals.
Fire extinguisher
classified and labeled according to the kind of fire they extinguish
Class K
used on burning cooking materials and appliances in commercial cooking sites such as restaurants
C
Contain the fire
If a worker accidentally swallows (ingests) Mercury, what are the first-aid steps listed in Section 4, and what should be avoided if the person is unconscious?
You should immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor, rinse the mouth, and (if conscious) give large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Safety Standard
The two main standards that affect healthcare providers are the occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals standards and the bloodborne pathogens standard
Class A
used on fires involving combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic, and wood
Three things that are needed to start a fire
Oxygen: present in the air
Fuel: any material that will burn
Heat sparks, matches, flames
E
Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area
According to Section 8, what specific type of gloves should be used for a mercury spill response, and what is the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for Mercury?
Triple gloves