HOSA Bowl Safety Yup

body mechanics

the way in which the body in which the body moves and maintains balance; proper body mechanics involves the most efficient use of all body parts

base of support

standing with 8-10 inches apart to provide better balance

safety standards

required to protect employees

Blood-borne Pathogen Standard

contains mandates to protect health care providers from disease exposure caused by exposure to bodily fluids

Ergonomics

an applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries

Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard

requires that employers inform employees of all chemical hazards

basic rules of good body mechanics

1. Maintain broad base of support
2. Bend from the hips to get close to the object
3. Use strongest muscles to do the job ( upper arms, hips and thigh)
4. Use the weight of your body to help you push or pull an object
5. Carry heavy objects close to your body
6. Avoid twisting your body as you work
7. Avoid bending for long periods of time
8. get help if a patient is too heavy to lift alone
9. use a transfer belt, wheel chairs, and other assisting equipment when necessary.

Four reasons to use good body mechanics

1. Muscles work best when used correctly
2. Correct use of muscles make lifting, pulling, and pushing easier.
3. prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain and saves energy.
4. Prevents injury to yourself and others

Components of ergonomics

a. Correct placement of furniture and equipment
b. Training in required muscle movements
c. efforts to avoid repetitive motions
d. An awareness of the environment to prevent injuries.

Radiation exposure

1. Major concern in radiology department and dental offices
2. in dental offices, a lead apron should be used to cover the patient before dental radio graphs are taken
3. dental worker taking a radio graph usually stands outside the room to activate the machine and expose the film
4. In the radiology department, all machines that emit radiation must be checked frequently to make sure they are operating correctly and not allowing leakage of radiation
5.Radiographers should stand behind a protective shield when activating machines
6. Personnel in these departments also wear badges that measure exposure to radiation to ensure that a level of exposure is safe.

Radioactive Iodine

1. Substance is used to diagnose thyroid problems and treat thyroid diseases
2. After it has been given to a patient, small amounts of radiation are present in the neck area for several days
3. Beneficial treatment for the patient
4. Precautions must be taken to protect the patients family and friends
a. Contact mus be limited, especially with children and pregnant women
b. No eating utensils or food should be shared

healthcare worker safety precautions

a.Must be conscious of personal and patient/resident safety
b.Must be alert in unsafe situations
c. Must accept responsibility for using good judgement in all situations
d. when in doubt ask questions
e. Follow approved policies and procedures to create a safe environment

Class A fire extinguisher

used on combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic, and wood

Class B fire extinguisher

used on flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, paints, grease, and cooking fats

Class c fire extiguisher

Used on electrical fires such as fuse boxes, appliances, wires, and electrical outlets, electricity should be turned off before an extinguisher is used on an electrical fire

Class D fire extinguisher

Used on burning or combustible metals; Often specific for the type of metal being used and are not used on any other types of fires