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Health Care Professional Safety Unit 2.01
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Health Care Professional Safety Rules Walk, don’t run Report injury, accident or unsafe situation
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Rules Continued Wash hands frequently Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury
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Rules Continued Avoid “horseplay” Always follow instructions carefully
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Rules Continued Use correct posture and body mechanics (The efficient movement and balance of the body)movement and balance of the body
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Ergonomics The study of workplace design and equipment used by employees that contribute to the comfort efficiency safety ease of use
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Ergonomic Program Personal components include ▫Comfort ▫Good posture ▫Exercise to prevent stiffness and soreness ▫Body mechanics
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Ergonomics Program Workplace design includes Comfort Placement of furniture for ease of work Avoidance of repetitive motions Awareness of hazards in the environment
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