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Safety Practices
Let’s goooooo…
Using Body Mechanics
• Why use body mechanics?
• Body Mechanics The way in
which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts
Muscles work best when used
correctly
Correct use makes lifting, pulling and
pushing easier
Correct use prevents
unnecessary fatigue and strain
saves energy.
Correct body mechanics
prevents injury to self.
Good Body Mechanics Rules• 1. Use a broad base of
support.• 2. Don’t twist and lift.• 3. Don’t bend for long
periods of time.• 4. Get help if the load is
too heavy.• 5. Bend from the hips
and knees, not the waist.• 6. Use the strongest
muscles to do the job.• 7. Push or pull using the
weight of your body.• 8.Carry objects close to
the body.
Good or bad?
Observing Fire Safety
Fuel Oxygen
Heat
Three things needed to start
a fire
Observing Fire Safety
• Major causes of fires:• Carelessness with smoking and
matches• Misuse of electricity• Defects in heating systems• Spontaneous ignition• Improper rubbish disposal• Arson
Fire extinguishers
Class A• pressurized water• Use on combustibles.• For ordinary
materials such as paper, cloth, wood, and cardboard.
Fire extinguishers
• 2. Class B- • carbon dioxide CO2 • Use flammable or
combustible liquids.• For gasoline, oil, paint,
liquid, cooking fats, etc.– Leaves a powdery,
snowlike residue that irritates the skin and eyes.
– If water is used on these types of fires, it will spread.
Fire extinguishers
Class C• dry chemical-contains
potassium bicarbonate or potassium chloride
• Use on electrical fires.
• For energized electrical equipment such as power tools, appliances, and switches.– Water is particularly
dangerous because of the risk of electrical shock.
Fire extinguishers
Class ABC • graphite-type
chemical• Use on all fires.
Multipurpose extinguisher.
In case of fire:
Remain calm
If your safety is in danger, evacuate the area and sound the alarm.
If the fire is small (and you are not in danger) determine what type of fire it is and use the proper extinguisher.
In case of fire:
• Know your health facility’s fire safety plan
• Remove patients from harm• Sound the alarm• Close all doors and windows• Shut off electrical equipment and
oxygen• Do NOT use the elevators
Rules for Preventing Fires• Obey No Smoking signs• Extinguish matches,
cigarettes, and other flammable items completely
• Dispose of all waster materials in proper containers
• Before using electrical equipment, check for damaged cords or improper grounding.
• Avoid overloading electrical outlets.
• Store flammable materials in proper containers and in safe areas. If you spill a flammable liquid, wipe it up immediately.
• Do not allow clutter to accumulate in rooms, closets, doorways or traffic areas. Make sure nothing is blocking fire exits.
• When oxygen is in use, post a No-Smoking – Oxygen in Use sign. Remove all smoking materials from the room.
Restraints
• May be used only to protect patients from harming themselves or others
• Must have doctor’s order to use a restraint
Conditions that my require restraints:
• Irrational or confused patients
• Skin conditions• Paralysis or
limited muscular conditions
Types of restraints:
• Strap or safety belts
• Limb restraints• Leather cuffs or
locks• Restraint jackets
Restraints applied unnecessarily= false imprisonment
When using restraints
• Use only when other alternatives fail
• Allow patient to move as much as possible
• Reassure patient frequently
• Check circulation below limb restraints every 15 minutes
• All restraints must be removed every 2 hours and skin care given
Check circ q15 min.
Rem
ove q 2 hrs
Reassure patient
Allow pt. to move
Complications from restraints..• Physical and mental frustration• Impaired circulation• Decubitus ulcers• Loss of muscle tone; joint stiffness• Respiratory or breathing problems