ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

Risk & Safety-P-001 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

Prepared by: Prithy Madhoo Rev B: 7-5-2023 Date Created: 12-29-2021

Sharps will not be disposed in trash as they have the potential to cause punctures, cuts and poses a high risk of exposure to waste handlers, hence, special handling will be required. The following are considered as sharps waste if they are contaminated with a biohazard and will be disposed by outside vendors: • Broken glass • Razor blades • Metal shavings • Needles, syringes R&S will not collect bio-hazards waste. Leadership will contact outside vendor as outlined in their emergency contact list. Automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, are electronic devices designed to recognize cardiac arrhythmias and treat them through defibrillation, an electrical therapy shock which allows the heart to re-establish the proper rhythm. Under RCW 70.54.310, Department Management will ensure that AED’s are provided in each buildings; First Responders will receive training on proper use of AEDs; AEDs will be periodically tested (monthly) and maintained as per the manufacturer’s operational guidelines. AEDs location will be marked with AED signs throughout each building. After use of AED pads, managers will ensure that pads are replaced immediately by placing an order on D365. After emergency use of an AED, the individual providing first aid will call 911 and will assure that appropriate follow up data is made available as requested by an emergency medical service or other health care providers. 7.9 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

7.10 Working Alone/Isolated workers

The Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) defines “Isolated Workers” as janitors, security guards, hotel housekeepers, and room service attendants who spend most working hours alone. Usually, employees in this line of work do not have a co-worker present throughout their day”.

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