Body Mechanics/Preventing Accidents and Injuries

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

• body mechanics
• ergonomics
• broad base of support

requires that employers inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace.

• OSHA
• MSDS
• Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard
• Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

refers to the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.

• base of support
• ergonomics
• use strongest muscles
• body mechanics

all manufacturers must provide this with any hazardous products they sell.

• OSHA

• HIPAA

• SDS or MSDS

mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids:

• Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
• Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard
• Safety Standards

bend from the ________ and ___________ to get close to an object

• back and hips
• back and knees
• hips and knees

Never get help when an object or patient is to heavy

• True
• False

establishes and enforces safety standards for the work place

• OSHA
• FDA
• body mechanics
• standards

How many times should you read the labels on solution bottles

• 1 time
• 2 times
• 3 times
• 4 times

You maintain a broad base of support by keeping feet ___________ apart.

• 8-10 inches
• 10-12 inches
• 6-8 inches