Workforce safety & Wellness Flashcards
What is OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is PESH?
Public employee safety and health
Established by the new York state department of labor as part of the states program under osha
enforce all of the osha regulations within the state
Standard safety precautions
Pathogens Communicable Disease Standard Precautions Haz Mat Specialty Teams
Pathogens
Any microorganism capable of causing or producing a disease
Can be transmitted through the air, or exposure to human blood
Communicable Diseases
Caused by viruses or bacteria
Transmissible from person to person
Preventable through taking proper BSI precautions and hand washing
Hepatitis, HIV, TB, Meningitis
Standard Precautions
Washing Hands
Use Gloves (Latex and Vinyl)
Eye Protection
Uniforms
Isolation Kits
Masks (Surgical or N95)\
Ways to start well in advance
Tetanus Shot
Hep B vaccine
Influenza Vaccine
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
PPD Test
Hazmat
Identify Possible Hazards
EMRCB
How do you approach a HazMat Scene
Uphill
Upwind
Upstream
What are the different Specialty teams
Electricity
Fire
Explosion
HAZ Mat
Commonly Used Mobility Devices in EMS
Longboards
Stretchers
Stairchairs
Scoop Stretcher
Proper Body Mechanics
Ensure maximum lifting potential
Helps Avoid injury
Keep back straight and locked in
legs 15in apart
Center weight
Bend using legs in squatting position
Lift with legs, not back
How to perform a body drag
Place a sheet under the patient to facilitate movement
Drag patient in 15” to 20” increments to avoid over- extension and potential injury
How to perform a diamond carry?
4 people to carry. One at foot, one at head, two at sides
Aids in weight distribution during lifting and carrying of the patient
Head/Torso= approximately 70% of the persons weight
What is a one handed lift
4 members are needed at each corner of the device
Use one hand each
What is an emergency move
used in the event that the patient required immediate movement
can pull patient by clothing at the neck and shoulders, by the wrists with arms extended or from under armpit
What is stress?
Any response either physical, emotional or behavioral to things that happen in our lives. (either on or off the job)
psychological & Physical response of stress
Increase HR/BP
Dilated pupils & venous vessels
Tensed muscles
Decreased blood flow to stomach
fatigue, headache, irritability
insomnia/ hypersomnia
change in appetite, inability to concentrate
hyperactivity or underactivity.
emotional response to stress
fear, dull behavior, depression,
oversensitivity, anger
irritability, frustration
What are the different types of stress?
Critical Incident Stress
Acute Stress
cumulative Stress
PTSD
Common causes of stress
Mass Casualty Incidents
Infant and child trauma
Abuse/domestic violence calls
Death or injury to MOS
How can stress affect our families
Can’t Plan activities
On call situations
Wanting to share your feelings but cannot
Fear of separation and of being ignored
Lack of understanding from your family and friends
Warning signs
Guilt Anxiety Isolation Indecisiveness Change of appetite Inability to concentrate Loss of interest in work Irritable towards friends, co-workers, family Change in sleep patterns or nightmares Loss of interest in sexual activities
Stress Management
Changes for life style Exercise regularly Practice Relaxation techniques Balance your schedule Change your work environment
Critical Incident Stress Management
A team of counselors and mental health professionals who help the EMTs deal with critical incident stress. Meetings are held usually within 24-72 hours of incident.
CISD Teams
Follow up services
Spouse and family support
multi component crisis intervention system
Considerations for varied family members with death or dying
Sudden death vs. prolonged illness
Impersonal setting lead to denial
Family mobility and lack of family support
Grieving Process
Stages of Grieving
Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance
Dealing with the family
Calm, professional, and caring approach
Maintaining respect and dignity for the patient
Avoid inappropriate comments
Be honest, avoid “false hope” statements
Silence is ok, expressions can relay your feelings about the event
Domestic Violence and Abuse
Abuse and Neglect
Abuse
Multiple bruises in various stages of healing
Injuries that are inconsistent with the mechanism of injury
Repeated calls to the same address
Recent burns
Parent or guardians that appear to be inappropriately concerned
Fear on the part of the patients to discuss how the injury happened
Neglect
Lack of appropriate supervision
Malnourished patients
Unsafe living conditions
Untreated chronic illness
Patterns of coercive behavior
Physical
Sexual
Economic
Emotional
Physical
Psychological
EMT’s Role on scene
Assess and treat your patient
Observe your surroundings
Legal responsibilities- NYS Mandated Reporter
Documentation
PCR
SCAM Report
