What is the science that studies how people move and interact with their work environment called?
ergonomics
What term refers to documents that give information about the occupational safety for the use of a certain product?
Safety Data Sheets
The SDS can be in a binder or in a digital format, but it must be readily accessible. T or F
true
Thomas has been trained in proper body mechanics and therefore knows to always keep his back straight while lifting heavy objects and to carry heavy loads in what specific way?
Close to his body
To correctly identify patients, healthcare workers are now required to use _____ piece(s) of information to identify each and every patient.
2
What term refers to a structured method to analyze and respond to adverse events?
root cause analysis
To practice proper alignment and posture, keep your back straight and do not lift by bending your back but rather by bending your:
legs
Hospital workers face much lower rates of workplace injury and illness than other hazardous jobs like construction and manufacturing. T or F
false
You need to take extreme care when moving and transporting a patient, as you can hurt yourself, or others, if the patient is not secured and you are not using correct body mechanics. T or F
true
What term refers to a set of infection control procedures that must be followed to prevent transmission of disease?
standard precautions
Helmets, goggles and clothing designed to protect the wearer from harm are also known as:
PPE
The ultimate goal of root cause analysis is to prevent _____, making this an integral part of the safety planning for an organization.
future problems
When using root cause analysis, the focus is on _____ the mistake happened, keeping in mind that most problems have more than one root cause.
why
What kind of team practices their procedures to prepare for any contamination problem like a toxic or chemical gas spill or highly contagious disease outbreak?
hazmat
The penalties for covering up a mistake in healthcare are often much lighter than any penalties for reporting a mistake that has been made. T or F
false
RACE is the acronym that is used to help people remember what to do in a fire. What does the “R” stand for?
Rescue those in immediate danger
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