During this step an investigation it is determined whether or not the site poses any threat to human health. If the site threatens human health a Site Inspection is completed. During the site inspection investigators environmental and waste samples are collected in order to determine what hazardous substances are found to be at the site. They will also attempt to determine if these substances are being released to the environment and verify if they have reached nearby area further endangering human health or the environment. The Site Investigation may be done in one stage or two.
It addresses hazardous substances in the work place and identifies the manufacturer or the importer of the substances as the primary source of information (including for distinguishing substances as hazardous substances). It recognises the material safety data sheet and the work place label as important health and safety information sources with the employer assuming responsibility in applying and communicating the (manufacturers or importers) information to employees in the work place. The legislation will therefore provide for more clearly defined rules for work practice, and information and responsibility where 'hazardous
“Risk management involves a process of making and carrying out decisions that will assist in the prevention of adverse events and minimize the effects of those events. Historically, risk management in the health care setting and in health care
This paper will explain key steps a pharmacy may take to identify and manage their risks, some typical or actual risks a pharmacy could experience and how each risk might negatively affect the facility and its stakeholders. This paper will also summarize the types of education, training, or policies that would help this type of organization mitigate these risks. Risk Management in a Pharmacy There are several key steps a pharmacy could take to assess what their risks are and control them. For example, according to Risk Management and Medical Liability (2011), there is a risk
Before implementing risk controls, you need to assess the potential effectiveness and possible consequences. You should then suggest a realistic and acceptable time frame for implementation of controls and ensure that deadlines are complied with. Employees should also be consulted as they might have good ideas of what can be done to reduce the likelihood of injury or damage. Also when controls are to be implemented, organizations should communicate proposed plans to affected employees via a form of specific training, staff notices or the revision and a public workplace statement of revised standard operating procedures. It is important to identify and implement WHS procedures and instructions to keep aware of Possible hazardous occurrences, and to be on top of workplace WHS.
Developing systems for and overseeing the reporting of adverse events, near misses, and potentially unsafe conditions. Reporting responsibilities may include internal reporting as well as external reporting to regulatory, governmental, or voluntary agencies. This includes the development and implementation of event-reporting policies and procedures. 2. Ensuring the collection and analysis of data to monitor the performance of processes that involve risk.
WGU JIT Task 1 C. Recommendations For your Hospital disaster continuity plan to be successful, it must be designed to fit your specific needs and conditions. The process of establishing realistic objectives based on an assessment of the risks involved, selecting appropriate strategies, and assigning qualified persons to each planning task is fundamental to your success. In the event of an emergency or disaster at your hospital, the following recommendations have been made: * A disaster control center must be created which can be activated quickly and be equipped with enough telephones for local and long-distance communications to the disaster recovery facility. Address the most critical problems first. The plan must address who is to perform specific duties during the recovery period.
This will take the form of a safety data sheet (SDS), previously called a material safety data sheet (MSDS). This is a document that provides information on the properties of hazardous chemicals and how they affect health and safety in the workplace. For example, an SDS includes information on: • the identity of the
When defining responsibilities, what must be included? Health and safety legislation and standards that are relevant to the workplace responsibilities should be specific eg identifying and controlling hazards and risks minimising risks that could lead to injury, loss or damage Key performance indicators, early
Hazardous substances and medication The Controlled Substances Act The Medicines Act 1968 The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 A hazardous substance is something that may cause substantial personal injury or illness during handling or use or even swallowing. These substances may be: Cleaning detergents, medication, needles, urine, bodily waste and incontinence products. Employers must: • Ensure safe storage and disposal of substances that are harmful to health. • Check that health hazards from all substances are assessed, including laundry and the kitchen. • Ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.