5 Myths About Manual Lifting Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the leading cause of injury in the health care field. These injuries occur in large part due to overexertion related to repeated manual patient-handling activities, often involving heavy manual lifting associated with transferring and repositioning patients and working in extremely awkward postures. Some examples of patient-handling […]
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Safety Bulletin- Fire Extinguisher Safety
Fire Extinguisher Safety Fighting a fire can be intimidating, but by staying calm and remembering the types of extinguishers and how to use them, you can safely fight small fires. Using the wrong extinguisher can spread the fire or expose you to electrical hazards, so confirm the label, use the PASS method, and evacuate if […]
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