Module 1 - Manual Handling and Safe Work Practice

1. Needle-sticks
2. Broken, scraped skin
3. Mucous membranes

1. Disposable gloves
2. Masks, protective eye wear
3. Gowns
4. HEPA (High-efficiency particulate air) filter

when in contact with blood, other body fluids likely

<p>when blood splashing is likely</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>to protect clothing from spurting blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>when tuberculosis and Covid-19 is confirmed/suspected</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Tetanus</li> <li>Hepatitis B</li> <li>Diphtheria</li> <li>MMR</li> <li>Polio</li> <li>Influenza</li> <li>COVID-19</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Immediately wash contact area thoroughly with soap, water – Report as soon as possible to receiving hospital, or designated centre – Immediately document situation while it’s fresh in your mind – Comply with required reporting responsibilities in given time frames – Cooperate with incident investigation – Be screened for potential infectious diseases • Takes several months – Obtain proper immunisation boosters – Obtain full medical follow-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Stop and think (plan the lift)</li> <li>Correct foot placement</li> <li>Good posture</li> <li>Get firm and secure grip</li> <li>Smooth lifting</li> <li>Don’t twist</li> <li>Keep close to the load</li> <li>Put the load down &amp; adjust position</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Risk assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Identify the hazards – Identify who may be harmed and how – Evaluate the risks and decide on precautions – Record findings and implement them – Review the assessment and update accordingly</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Knowledge of appropriate use of audible &amp; visual warning devices – Exercise, strength and conditioning – Practice on-scene survival techniques – Proper driving techniques – Recognise health hazards – Recognise high profile crime areas – Safety restraint use</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Securing equipment in patient care compartment – Safe approach to parking at and exiting the scene – Safe driving – Stress management – Traffic control – Use of on-scene survival resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Illnesses, injuries common to various age groups – Recreational activities – Workplaces – Other community facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>– Identify signs/symptoms of suspected abuse, potentially abusive situations • This is to protect you and heighten your senses – Preplanning helps identify outside resources required</p> <ul> <li>Recognition of dangerous situations</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers