Ch 7 Safety

Many laboratory materials and supplies require special handing and precautions, which include:

Do not attempt to grasp bottles, jars, or other containers if your hands or the containers are wet. Close containers immediately after use. Clean up spills immediately. Clean up broken glass with a broom. Do not handle the debris. If the material is biohazardous, use tongs or forceps to pick up the glass. Package the pieces in a sturdy container with a label identifying the contents.

Every medical office must have a comprehensive written safety plan that is

Easily accessible to all employees and updated annually.

allows for evaluation and refinement of the plan. You don't want to find out your plan doesn't work in the middle of a true emergency.

Emergency action plan drills.

In Case OF Fire You Must!!

Evacuate Patients

A plan for accounting for all employees and patients after the evacuation is completed.

Evacuation Procedure

special flame precautions that are essential:

If you must use an open flame, extinguish it immediately after use. When using an open flame, keep your hair, clothing, and jewelry away from the flame source. • If you must use a chemical in a procedure that requires an open flame, double-check the SDS to identify the fire risk level for that chemical. If necessary, take a fire extinguisher to the area in which you will be working. • Never lean over an open flame. •Never leave an open flame unattended. •Turn off gas valves immediately after use. •If you must use an open flame in the vicinity of a gas valve, always doublecheck to be sure the gas is off. •Make sure there is adequate ventilation

A list of fire and EMS numbers should be readily available at all times and updated regularly. include the name and number of the person (such as the office manager or the safety officer) who may have additional information regarding individual employee duties.

Local Emergency Contacts

1. Identification-including the chemical, its intended uses, and contact information of the supplier. 2. Hazard(s) Identification-the chemical's hazard, including the hazard classification (for example, "flammable"); a signal word, hazard statement, pictogram, and precautionary statement. 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients-all ingredients contained in the product. 4. First-Aid Measures-the initial care that should be rendered after exposure, including routes of exposure, symp-toms, and special treatments if needed. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures-proper extinguishing equipment, specific hazards resulting from the chemical during a fire, and necessary special protective equipment. 6. Accidental Release Measures-actionshould be taken in case of spills. leaks, or releases, including containment Etc

Mandatory Contents Of Each Safety Data Sheets

the proper method for handling a fire emergency.

OSHA recommends that employees know the "PASS" system when using a fire extinguisher.

PASS System

Pull the pin. Aim at the base of the fire. Squeeze the trigger. Sweep side to side.

⭕️ are information sheets for every hazardous chemical.

Safety Data Sheets

Awareness and understanding of potential dangers facilitate the removal or correction of these hazards.

Safety Plan

OSHA Computer Workstations Checklist

Wrists and hands to be straight (not bent up or down or sideways toward the little finger). Thighs to be parallel to the floor and lower legs to be perpendicular to floor (thighs may be slightly elevated above knees). Feet rest flat on the floor or are supported by a stable footrest.

Extremely flammable materials that can ignite and spread flames quickly in the event of a fire.

alcohol and some disinfectants. paper table coverings

to promote safe practice in the laboratory

always wear appropriate protective gear and cloth-ing. Use heat-resistant mitts or gloves to prevent burns Wear sturdy, low-heeled, closed-toe shoes with rubber soles to prevent injury if you drop or spill something and to avoid slipping. Do not wear dangling jewelry or loose clothing that could get caught in laboratory equipment. Keep hair pulled back or covered for the same reason.

Smoking should not be permitted

anywhere in a medical facility.

containers with hazardous chemicals, all containers used to store waste prod-ucts, blood, blood products, or other specimens that may be contaminated with bloodborne pathogens are considered.

biohazardous

If smoke detectors are wired into the building's electrical system, report any malfunction to the

building manager.

Chemical manufacturers and importers are now required to

determine the hazards of the chemicals they produce. including the health and physical hazards and classification of chemical mixtures.

Scientists study the way people work. this study is known as

ergonomics

Other potentially hazardous items are

gas tanks and flammable chemicals.

consult the SDS and the packing slip on the container if you

have questions.

The format of Safety Data Sheets has been standardized so that workers can quickly find information about

hazardous chemicals in case of an accident or emergency.

keep flammable liquids away from any

heat source

The route between the current location and the nearest exit should be

highlighted or outlined on the map.

Be sure to properly remove the protective gear before

leaving the laboratory

The office manager or safety officer should have the fire extinguisher professionally serviced

once a year to ensure its effectiveness

Any electrical instrument in the exam room is a

potential fire hazard

smoking is a fire hazard. "No Smoking" signs should be posted

prominently throughout the office.

SDS is a good source of information regarding

proper chemical storage and handling

As part of the alignment with the GHS, all labels on hazardous chemicals must provide

quick and simple graphic information about the chemical.

If you are not sure whether a chemical is flammable

read the manufacturer's label or Safety Data Sheet

Because the equipment used in the medical office can make the office especially vulnerable to electrical hazards, it is critical that you know how to

respond to an electrical accident.

Fire is a safety hazard anywhere, but it is especially likely where there is.

sophisticated, high-voltage medical equipment such as an X-ray machine

If possible, alarms should have

sound and visual modes.

This GHS update will improve the consistency of chemical hazard information by

standardizing the way it is communicated, thus improving chemical safety in the workplace.

Check to make sure that all flammable items are

stored and disposed of properly to minimize fire danger.

Update: the HCS has been aligned with

the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

In 2012, the standard was updated with the intention that workers have a right to not only know but also to understand

the dangers of any chemicals to which they may be exposed.

The number of fire extinguishers in the office depends on

the office's size and its number of rooms.

Every employee is responsible for becoming familiar with and following

the safety plan's policies and procedures.

Maps of the office floor plan should be located

throughout the office and marked with the current location and nearest exit.

OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) was originally designed to keep workers safe by requiring that all workers have the right to know

what chemicals they were exposed to during the course of their job.

Make sure that smoke detectors throughout the office are

working properly. Replace batteries promptly.

Wear protective gear to prevent harm to

your skin or damage to your clothing.

familiarize yourself with the location of circuit breakers and emergency power shutoffs practice these safe-guards, which reduce electrical hazards:

• Avoid using extension cords. • Frayed electrical wires, overloaded outlets, and improperly grounded plugs (Contact a licensed electrician) • Dry your hands before working with electrical devices. • Do not position electrical devices near sinks, faucets, or other sources of water. Be sure electrical cords do not run through water.

All hazardous chemical labels must include the following:

• Manufacturer's name and address. • Product identifier (name, batch number, and so on). • Signal words (Danger, Warning, and so on). • Hazard Statement. • Precautionary Statement (prevention, response, storage, and disposal). • Pictograms (must be banded in red)

The safety plan must contain but is not limited to the following:

• OSHA Hazard Communication • Electrical safety • Fire safety • Emergency action plan • Chemical safety • Bloodborne pathogen exposure • Personal protective equipment Needlestick prevention

GHS standard requires each employer to:

• Train all employees on the revised standard. . Have a written communication progress any chemical used in the facility. • Keep a master list of hazardous chemicals in the facility. •Ensure that any chemical kept in a secondary container be properly labeled.

Some safeguards come under the heading of common sense, meaning their application requires no special know-edge. These include:

• Walk, do not run, in the office. • Prevent falls by wiping or mopping up spills immediately. • Clear the floor of dropped objects. • Do not eat or drink in the laboratory, and do not store food there. (Never use laboratory supplies, such as beakers or flasks, for eating or drinking.) • Do not put anything in your mouth while working in the laboratory. (Some people have a habit of chewing on the end of their pencils) • Do not apply makeup or lip balm or insert contact lenses in the laboratory.

update with GHS includes changes to the information sheets that accompany

•each chemical •the Safety Data Sheets (formerly called Material Safety Data Sheets) •hazard labels required for each chemical container