Slip, trip, and fall prevention for healthcare workers / Jennifer Bell [and others].

Format:

Book

Government document

Contributor:

Bell, Jennifer

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Series:

DHHS publication ; no. (NIOSH) 2011-123.

DHHS (NIOSH) publication ; no. 2011-123

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Falls (Accidents)--Prevention.

Falls (Accidents).

Health facilities--United States--Safety measures.

Health facilities.

Medical personnel--Health and hygiene.

Medical personnel.

Health facilities--Safety measures.

United States.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (vii, 41 pages) : color illustrations.

Place of Publication:

[Cincinnati, Ohio?] : Dept. of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, [2010]

Contents:

Part I. Introduction

Slip, Trip, and Fall (STF) Prevention for Healthcare Workers

Part II. Top 10 Hazards

1. Contaminants on the Floor

2. Poor Drainage: Pipes and Drains

3. Indoor Walking Surface Irregularities

4. Outdoor Walking Surface Irregularities

5. Weather Conditions: Ice and Snow

6. Inadequate Lighting

7. Stairs and Handrails

8. Stepstools and Ladders

9. Tripping Hazards: Clutter, Loose Cords, Hoses, Wires, and Medical Tubing

10. Improper Use of Floor Mats and Runners

Part III. Tools for STF Prevention

Examine Employee Slips, Trips, and Falls Injuries: The First Steps Toward Prevention

Employee Communication: Training and Involvement

Slips, Trips, and Falls Checklist

Literature Cited.

Notes:

"December 2010."

Title from title screen (viewed on Sept. 4, 2012).

Includes bibliographical references (pages 40-41).

Other Format:

Print version: Slip, trip, and fall prevention for healthcare workers

OCLC:

809183779