OSHA Safety Video Orientation For Healthcare Workers
Summary
TLDRThis healthcare safety training video educates workers on crucial safety practices to prevent hazards such as slips, trips, and falls, musculoskeletal injuries, and exposure to hazardous chemicals and blood-borne pathogens. It emphasizes the importance of positive safety attitudes, correct lifting techniques, fire and electrical safety, the use of PPE, and proper handling of medical waste. The program also stresses the significance of good housekeeping and the implementation of an exposure control plan to ensure a safe working environment.
Takeaways
- 😷 Safety Attitudes: Healthcare workers must maintain a positive safety attitude by being alert to potential hazards and following safety rules.
- 🚶♂️ Slips, Trips, and Falls: To prevent falls, always be aware of your surroundings, wear appropriate shoes, and take slow, short steps.
- 🏥 Musculoskeletal Disorders: Healthcare workers are at high risk of back injuries; use proper lifting techniques and equipment to minimize strain.
- 🔥 Fire Safety: Prevention is key; keep the workplace clear of combustibles, avoid overloading circuits, and know the location of emergency exits and fire alarms.
- ⚡ Electrical Safety: Always check electrical cords for damage, avoid working around electricity when wet, and use GFCIs where necessary.
- 🧪 Hazardous Chemicals: Understand the risks of chemicals in the workplace, read labels and safety data sheets, and follow proper disposal procedures.
- 🥼 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Use PPE appropriately to protect yourself from health and safety hazards and dispose of it properly after use.
- 🩸 Blood-Borne Pathogens: Treat all medical waste and blood as potentially contaminated, follow universal precautions, and get vaccinated for Hepatitis B.
- 💉 Needlesticks: To prevent disease transmission, never recap needles, and place used sharps in puncture-resistant containers immediately.
- 🧹 Good Housekeeping: Keep your work area clean, follow facility cleaning procedures, and replace protective coverings if contaminated.
Q & A
What is the primary role of healthcare workers in a safety program?
-Healthcare workers are the most important part of any safety program, as they are responsible for following safety principles and rules to ensure their own and their colleagues' safety.
Why is a positive safety attitude important for healthcare employees?
-A positive safety attitude is important because it involves being alert to surroundings, identifying hazards, following safety rules, and taking personal responsibility for safety, which can significantly reduce the risk of accidents.
How can healthcare workers reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls?
-Healthcare workers can reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls by being aware of their surroundings, wearing appropriate shoes with good traction, and addressing common hazards such as wet floors, loose carpets, and poor lighting.
What are some preventive measures for musculoskeletal disorders in healthcare?
-Healthcare workers can prevent musculoskeletal disorders by staying physically fit, maintaining good posture, using lifting aids, and applying proper lifting techniques to avoid strain on their backs.
What is the significance of using the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare?
-Using the correct PPE is vital as it acts as a barrier between the worker's body and potential health hazards, such as infectious materials and hazardous chemicals.
How should healthcare workers handle blood-borne pathogens and needlestick injuries?
-Workers should treat all blood and other bodily fluids as potentially infectious, follow universal precautions, and place used needles and sharps in puncture-resistant containers to prevent needlestick injuries.
What steps should be taken to ensure fire safety in a healthcare setting?
-To ensure fire safety, workers should prevent fires by maintaining a clean workplace, avoiding overloaded circuits, and being cautious around flammable substances. They should also know the locations of emergency exits and how to use fire extinguishers.
Why is it crucial to avoid working with damaged electrical cords or equipment?
-Working with damaged electrical cords or equipment can lead to electrical hazards and injuries. It's important to check for damage, use GFCIs when necessary, and report any issues to a supervisor.
What is the role of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in a healthcare facility?
-SDS provide crucial information about hazardous substances, including how to handle, dispose of, and respond to emergencies involving these chemicals. They are located in the company's Safety Data Sheet binder.
How should healthcare workers handle medical waste to maintain safety?
-Medical waste should be treated as potentially hazardous, separated and labeled at the source, and disposed of in appropriate containers to prevent the spread of infections and contamination.
What is the importance of good housekeeping in healthcare facilities?
-Good housekeeping is essential for workplace safety as it involves keeping work areas clean, replacing protective coverings, and disinfecting surfaces to prevent contamination and the spread of diseases.
Outlines
👩⚕️ Healthcare Safety Fundamentals
This paragraph emphasizes the importance of safety in healthcare work environments. It outlines the various safety principles and rules that healthcare workers must adhere to, given the daily exposure to potential hazards. The script introduces a safety program designed to educate workers on common risks and preventive measures. Topics covered include slips, trips, falls, musculoskeletal disorders, back safety, fire safety, electrical safety, hazardous chemicals, personal protective equipment (PPE), blood-borne pathogens, and medical waste handling. The program is not exhaustive but aims to provide a foundational understanding of safety issues. It stresses the significance of a positive safety attitude, which includes being vigilant, identifying hazards, and adhering to safety protocols. Specific advice is given for preventing slips and falls, such as wearing appropriate footwear and being aware of one's surroundings. For back safety, the paragraph advises on proper lifting techniques and the use of assistive devices.
🧯 Fire and Electrical Safety Measures
Paragraph 2 focuses on fire safety and electrical hazards in healthcare settings. It underscores the importance of fire prevention, suggesting practices like maintaining a clean workplace, avoiding overloading electrical circuits, and handling oxygen and flammable gases with caution. In case of a fire, workers are advised to know emergency exits, operate fire alarms, and use fire extinguishers correctly, following the PASS method. The script also addresses electrical safety, advising workers to check cords for damage, avoid working with electricity in wet conditions, and promptly report any electrical shocks or tingles. It recommends using GFCIs and following manufacturer instructions for electrical equipment use. The paragraph also touches on the handling of hazardous substances, emphasizing the importance of training, reading labels and safety data sheets, and using appropriate PPE.
🧼 Proper Handling of Chemicals and Waste
This paragraph delves into the proper handling of chemicals and waste in healthcare facilities. It mentions the role of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in providing information about workplace chemicals and the need for employees to be trained on the substances they may encounter. The script advises on the use of PPE and the importance of not contaminating skin during its removal. It also discusses OSHA requirements for exposure control plans to protect employees from blood-borne diseases, including the provision of hepatitis B vaccines. The paragraph highlights universal precautions, such as avoiding eating or drinking in contaminated areas and proper disposal of medical waste. It also addresses the risks of needle sticks and the importance of placing used sharps in puncture-resistant containers.
🧹 Importance of Good Housekeeping in Healthcare
Paragraph 4 discusses the significance of good housekeeping in maintaining a safe healthcare environment. It outlines the facility's cleaning procedures and schedules for potentially contaminated surfaces. The script provides general housekeeping rules, such as replacing protective coverings and disinfecting non-disposable surfaces. It stresses the responsibility of each worker to keep their work area clean and to follow all safety rules set by the employer. The paragraph concludes by reminding workers of the inherent hazards in healthcare facilities and the importance of taking appropriate action to ensure safety.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Safety Attitudes
💡Slips, Trips, and Falls
💡Musculoskeletal Disorders
💡Safe Lifting Techniques
💡Fire Safety
💡Electrical Safety
💡Hazardous Chemicals
💡Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
💡Blood-borne Pathogens
💡Needlesticks
💡Good Housekeeping
Highlights
Healthcare workers are the most important part of any safety program.
This program provides an overview of common safety hazards in healthcare.
Employers provide in-depth training on frequent safety hazards.
Safety attitudes are crucial for a successful safety program.
Positive safety attitudes involve being alert and identifying hazards.
Slips, trips, and falls can be reduced by being aware of surroundings.
Appropriate footwear with good traction is essential for preventing slips.
Musculoskeletal injuries are common in healthcare due to lifting and moving patients.
Using devices like slide boards and hoists can help prevent back injuries.
Fire safety involves prevention and knowing how to respond in case of a fire.
Electrical safety includes checking cords for damage and avoiding wet work environments.
Hazardous chemicals require understanding safety data sheets and using PPE.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is vital to protect against health hazards.
Blood-borne pathogens require an exposure control plan and universal precautions.
Handling medical waste requires following specific guidelines to prevent contamination.
Good housekeeping is essential for maintaining a safe workplace.
Safety begins with each individual and their actions.
Transcripts
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employees in the healthcare field are
subject to many safety principles and
rules for safe work practices
thus health care workers are essentially
the most important part of any safety
program as a health care worker you may
come across unique and possibly fatal
hazards every day this program will show
you how to protect yourself from some of
the most common of these hazards this
program is not a comprehensive training
program for each topic covered its
purpose is to provide an accurate but
brief overview of the various topics
discussed your employer will provide
more in-depth training on those safety
hazards which you might encounter on a
more frequent basis the content of this
training program our safety attitudes
slips trips and falls
musculoskeletal disorders back safety
and safe lifting techniques fire safety
Electrical Safety hazardous chemicals
personal protective equipment also
referred to as PPE
blood-borne pathogens needlesticks
handling medical waste good housekeeping
safety attitudes are one of the most
important aspects of any safety program
a positive safety attitude is evident by
the behavior of an employee when a
worker is on the lookout for potential
hazards and taking steps to eliminate
those hazards is a good indicator of a
positive safety attitude it is important
that all employees keep alert to their
surroundings for possible safety hazards
if you detect or see a potential safety
hazard then you should take immediate
steps to correct the problem or notify
your supervisor or other employee who
can correct the problem employees with
positive safety attitudes generally
display work behaviors and
characteristics such as being alert to
their surroundings and having the
ability to identify hazards and ways to
prevent them being focused on the task
at hand following safety rules and
procedures
taking personal responsibility to ensure
their safety as well as their co-workers
you can reduce your risk of injury from
slips trips and falls if you are aware
of your surroundings you should always
look where you are walking and take
short slow steps to maintain your center
of balance
not paying attention can lead to a fall
be aware of these common hazards wet or
slippery floors loose or torn carpet
cords poor lighting trash or debris
one of the most important steps to
preventing slips trips and Falls is to
wear appropriate comfortable shoes with
good traction and support this will not
only prevent slips but will also help
your back
each day many health care workers place
significant strain on their backs in the
course of their work
rates of musculoskeletal injuries from
over exertion in healthcare occupations
are among the highest of all US
industries the single greatest risk
factor for overexertion injuries in
health care workers is the manual
lifting moving and repositioning of
patients to avoid back injury stay
physically fit and maintain good posture
when lifting or moving a patient utilize
devices such as slide boards slip sheets
slings rollers belts and mechanical or
electric hoist whenever possible
equipment such as adjustable beds shower
chairs raised toilet seats and grab bars
can also help by allowing a patient to
assist the employee during the transfer
or move if you need to raise a patient
up in bed first lower the head of the
bed and ask the patient to raise their
knees and help by pushing if possible
when performing bedside tasks move
alongside the patient's bed instead of
reaching across them
even with the use of such devices and
equipment it is still important to use
proper shifting techniques
remember to plan ahead stand close to
the patient or object being lifted keep
your back straight and bend at the knees
lift the patient or object close to your
body lift with your leg muscles not your
back or arm muscles avoid twisting and
never lift a load higher than your waist
if you need help lifting or moving a
patient or load always ask for it it is
better to get help than to injure your
back
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the best method of fire safety is fire
prevention
there are some things employees should
and shouldn't do to help prevent
workplace fires these include keep the
workplace free of trash or other
combustible materials never overload
electrical circuits destroy and discard
damaged electrical cords and be cautious
around oxygen or flammable gas cylinders
do not allow sparks or flames in areas
using oxygen or flammable gases
not only should employees take steps to
prevent fires they should also be
prepared in case of a fire know the
location of all emergency exits and fire
alarms learn how and when to operate
fire extinguishers never touch or open
any door without first testing the
amount of heat radiating from it stay
low to the floor to avoid inhaling too
much smoke remember smoke and heat are
just as deadly as flames
your actions may save the lives of those
around you be prepared during a fire
emergency you should remember the forays
activate the fire alarm and or contact
911
exiting the building
attempt to extinguish the fire
assemble in the predetermined location
outside of the building
only attempt to extinguish a fire when
the fire is small and can Payne you are
safe from toxic smoke you have a means
of escape and your instincts tell you it
is okay you
must know how to use an extinguisher
before attempting to extinguish a fire
make sure you are using the correct
extinguisher or it could actually spread
the fire use the pass system pull the
pin by the handle aim the hose of the
extinguisher at the base of the fire
squeeze the trigger and sweep side to
side
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many workers are unaware of the
potential for electrical hazards present
in their work environment a variety of
possible solutions may be implemented to
reduce or eliminate the risk of injury
associated with electrical work
remember to always check electrical
cords for damage before using do not use
damaged equipment and report it to your
supervisor
never work around electricity when you
or your surroundings are wet it is
advisable to use ground fault circuit
interrupters GFCIs on any cord that has
the potential of getting wet if you
receive a shock or tingle when working
around electrical cord sets tools or
equipment report it immediately to your
supervisor
keep cords away from heat and water
never run cords across walkways under
rugs or through doorways never use
damaged outlets adapters that you plug
extra cords into an outlet or three to
two grounding adapters don't use any
electrical device that blows a fuse
trips a circuit breaker shocks or
appears damaged follow the
manufacturer's instructions when using
electrical equipment when repairing a
machine or tool follow your company's
lockout tagout procedure
health care facilities have many
different types of hazardous substances
including cleaning and sanitizing
chemicals as well as medications your
employer will train you on the specific
types of substances you may come in
contact with an additional information
about these chemicals is located in your
company's Safety Data Sheet binder this
binder contains helpful information
about every chemical in your workplace
such as what happens when substances are
mixed how to dispose of hazardous
substances
what first-aid to give in case of an
emergency
your employer will tell you the location
of the safety data sheets
when dealing with a chemical employee
should take training seriously and pay
attention
read labels and safety data sheets know
where to find the safety data sheets use
appropriate PPE
know correct emergency procedures use
safe work habits
for consumer products such as window
cleaner toilet bowl cleaner and
dishwashing liquid when used in the same
manner and with the same duration and
frequency that a normal household
consumer would use them at home employee
should follow the safety guidelines
printed on the container
personal protective equipment is a vital
barrier between your body and possible
health and safety hazards PPE may
include gowns aprons goggles face
shields mouthpieces
CPR barriers
disposable single-use gloves all
disposable PPE should be properly
discarded immediately after use
any torn or punctured PPE should also be
immediately discarded and replaced it is
important not to contaminate your skin
while removing PPE
when removing gloves pull one glove off
from the outside top and hold in gloved
hand with exposed hand peel second glove
down from top tucking first glove inside
second do not use your bare skin to
touch the outside of either glove
immediately wash your hands after
removing your gloves remember no barrier
is 100 percent effective so always wash
thoroughly between each patient this is
for your health as well as the patients
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OSHA requires your employer to develop
an exposure control plan to help protect
all employees from exposure to
blood-borne diseases such as HIV and
hepatitis B
employers must offer the hepatitis B
vaccine to all employees who have
occupational exposure to blood-borne
pathogens as a general rule employees
should treat all medical waste and blood
as if it were contaminated and take
appropriate safety precautions this is
commonly referred to as universal
precautions
do not eat drink smoke apply cosmetics
or handle contact lenses in any area
where there is a reasonable likelihood
of contamination do not keep food or
drink and refrigerators or other areas
where blood or other potentially
infectious materials are present
minimize splashing spraying and
spattering when performing procedures
involving blood or other potentially
infectious materials
separate and label all medical waste at
the source use separate containers for
each type of waste
remember red or red orange colored
labels bags or containers with the
biohazard symbol warn you that the
contents are biohazardous materials and
to use caution when handling the
containers
needle sticks are one of the most common
ways diseases are transmitted on the job
do not Bend recap shear or break needles
and other sharps place all sharps in an
appropriate puncture resistant
leak-proof color-coded container
immediately after use
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blood and other bodily fluids can carry
viruses bacteria drug-resistant
organisms and radioactive waste
therefore it is important that all
medical waste related to patient care be
treated as potentially hazardous all
laundry or waste should be handled with
minimal agitation and disposed of in the
appropriate containers
Good Housekeeping is a very important
part of workplace safety it is your
responsibility to keep your work area
clean
your facility's exposure control plan
lists specific methods and schedules for
cleaning surfaces that may become
contaminated
here are some general housekeeping rules
protective coverings on equipment and
surfaces must be replaced if
contaminated at the end of the work
shift all non disposable surfaces must
be properly disinfected or sterilized in
accordance with your facility's cleaning
procedures
working in a healthcare facility has
many hazards which many employees take
for granted it is important you
understand the hazards and take
appropriate action to keep yourself and
your fellow workers safe never take
shortcuts when doing your job
follow all rules your employer has set
forth and most importantly if you think
doing something seems unsafe then don't
do the job remember safety begins with
you and your fellow workers
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