1. Health Science Safety Information
Keeping YOU safe from injury and illness

2. Why Do We Review Safety Information?
State law requires it
It keeps you safe in the classroom
Prepares you for future employment with information that you will need to know

3. What Will We Be Going Over?
Blood borne pathogens + prevention
Body mechanics
Fire Safety

4. At The End…
After all of the information is reviewed, you will have 3 chances to pass the safety test with a 100%
If you can’t pass the test 100% correctly with 3 chances, you will be removed from the course

5. Blood Borne Pathogens
Part 1

6. Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP)
Infectious microorganisms found in blood that can cause disease in humans
Preventable
Can be deadly
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7. BBP 2 Main Categories Hepatitis 5 types HIV
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8. Hepatitis Virus that attacks the liver 5 Types Why is this dangerous?
Hep. A and E – contracted via fecal-oral route
Hep. B – most serious
Needles, unprotected sex, razors, etc.
3 shot vaccine available
Hep. C – contraction similar to Hep. B 
NO VACCINE AVAILABLE!
Chronic liver disease; transplant possible
Hep. D – side effect of Hep. B (rare)

9. Hepatitis Signs and Symptoms
Jaundice
Nausea/vomiting
Fever
Abdominal Pain
Dark urine
Fatigue
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11. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Virus that attacks the immune system – most serious BBP
Preventable? Yes. Curable? Not yet…
Contracted via bodily fluids
Needle sharing, unprotected sex, etc.
Can develop into AIDS
Not everyone who has HIV has AIDS!

12. BBP You DO NOT get a BBP from: Sweat Tears Toilet seats Giving blood
Sharing a meal

13. BBP
*Universal Precautions – treat every patient/body fluid as infected*
Exposure Control Plan
What to do when exposed
Healthcare facilities require it
Review/training every 12 months
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Provides safety laws/guidelines

14. BBP Disposal Don’t re-use needles
Dispose used needles in sharps container
Soiled clothing marked and disinfected
Bloody bandages/gauze thrown in biohazard bin
Biohazard = RED

15. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Use to limit BBP exposure
Can include:
Gloves
Gowns
Glasses/goggles
Shoe Covers
Masks
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16. Handwashing (Write the first line)
The best way YOU can prevent spread of infection!
Should be done before and after seeing patient/eating/bathroom, etc.
Steps:
Turn on warm water
Remove jewelry
Apply soap
Scrub hands (front and back), fingers, nails, between fingers, and wrists
Rinse under water
Dry hands
Use paper towel to turn off the faucet/open door!
Let’s watch:
Let’s practice – you must get this right

17. Body Mechanics
Part 2

18. Body Mechanics Coordination of body alignment, balance, and movement
DO NOT:
Use your back to lift
Lift more than you can handle
Twist
Stoop repeatedly
Stand on unsteady objects

19. Body Mechanics Follow “TBH” TUCK your pelvis/tighten abdomen
BEND at your knees, not the waist
HUG the object to your body

20. Body Mechanics Additional Tips
Push/pull vs. lifting
Use a partner
Use strongest muscles
Spread your feet (broad base)
Let’s watch:
Let’s practice…

21. Fire Safety
Part 3

22. Fire Safety DO NOT DO Overcrowd outlets Overuse extension cords
Use frayed wires/cords
Smoke near combustibles
Have an escape plan
Know location of extinguisher
Keep doorways and exits clear
Illuminate exit signs

23. If A Fire Occurs…RACE! R-rescue patient near you in danger
A-pull the alarm
C-contain the fire by closing doors and windows
E-extinguish the fire or evacuate

24. Fire Extinguisher PASS Pull the pin Aim at base of fire
Squeeze the lever
Sweep side to side
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Where is ours located?

25. Fire Extinguisher cont.
4 main types
Class A (H2O) – paper, cloth, wood, etc.
Class B (CO2) – gas and oil (kitchen fires)
Class C (Dry Chemical) – electrical
Class ABC (Graphite Foam) – all fires