Preventing Burn Injuries–A Hot Topic
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1. Issue Two 2012 Feature Articles Preventing Burn Injuries A Hot Topic Cold Stress Did You Know The Dangers of Tick borne Diseases From Our Expert Natural Rubber Latex Safety Meeting Topic Electrical Equipment The Ground Rules Reporting Work Related Injuries STATE COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND Preventing Burn Injuries A Hot Topic hroughout the day you may be exposed to any number of burn hazards Burns could be minor or more serious and cause permanent skin damage or even be life threatening Following good safety practices can prevent many burn injuries and knowing what actions to take in a burn situation can affect the degree of injury Burns can be caused by a number of sources including heat electricity chemicals or radiation Because there may be various potential burn hazards on your job be alert and aware of their location wear Personal Protective Equipment PPE when necessary and learn the basics for burn first aid Administering proper first aid can help to reduce the effects of a burn and in some cases save a life Soeed is the most important factor in effective burn treatment For a burn caused by heat e Stop the heat source or break contact between the heat source and the skin first The body holds heat and continues to burn until the skin cools even with a minor burn which can cause a person to go into shock e Cool most burns with water e Never use an oint2. hands moisturized to minimize cracks and irritation Once a worker becomes allergic to latex special precautions are needed to prevent exposures during work as well as during medical or dental care For more information on latex allergy and its prevention visit the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH website at www cdc gov State Fund Industrial Hygiene Unit Insurance Fund Issue Two 2012 State Compensation Safety News Topic Review Instructor Date Location Attended by Electrical Equipment The Ground Rules n the course of your workday you probably use a variety of electrical products You may touch many electrically charged items without even considering the dangers Keep the following general safety information in mind when handling electrical items Always read and follow operating instructions carefully before you connect and use items Electric plugs should only be inserted into outlets having the same slot or blade pattern unless proper adapters are used Do not force a plug into an outlet or alter it by bending twisting or removing its Never touch an electrical item tool on off blades A loose plug in an outlet can overheat and a fire may result replace the plug the outlet or both if necessary switch light fixture or outlet when your hands are wet or if you re standing on a wet or damp surface Water getting on or into an electrical device can crea
3. acorriente sujete firmemente el enchufe no el cord n Cuando no est n en uso desenchufe los productos las herramientas y los equipos el ctricos La electricidad est siempre presente en el equipo conectado incluso cuando el interruptor est en la posici n de apagado OFF As que aseg rese de retirar el enchufe del tomacorriente del recept culo antes de inspeccionar limpiar o arreglar cualquier producto el ctrico State Compensation Insurance Fund Instructor Fecha Ubicacion Asistente s Nunca toque un articulo el ctrico una herramienta un interruptor de encendido apagado una l mpara o un tomacorriente cuando sus manos est n mojadas o si usted se encuentra en una superficie mojada o h meda El agua que cae o penetra en un dispositivo el ctrico puede crear un cortocircuito Si usted entra en contacto con el dispositivo cortocircuitado usted se convierte en la conexi n a tierra y la electricidad viajar a trav s de su cuerpo para completar el circuito dando por resultado una descarga fuerte quemaduras o lesiones fatales Recomendaciones de seguridad Si observa signos de circuitos sobrecargados por ejemplo luces parpadeantes o atenuadas disyuntores disparados fusibles quemados o si los componentes del equipo los cordones de conexi n o el tomacorriente se sienten calientes al tacto notifique el problema a un electricista autorizado o al departamento de reparaciones de su
4. e risk Workers with other allergic conditions such as hay fever are at increased risk Likewise people with dry broken or abraded skin are at increased risk Latex allergy can be associated with allergies to certain foods such as avocados potatoes bananas tomatoes chestnuts kiwi fruits and papayas Symptoms of latex allergy include e Skin rashes hives flushing and itching e Nasal eye or sinus irritation Shortness of breath wheezing or asthma e Shock rarely Symptoms can begin within minutes of exposure or they can be substantially delayed These symptoms can be serious even life threatening Routes of exposure include skin contact and inhalation Inhalation occurs when latex proteins attach themselves to the powder used in some gloves and become airborne This is especially a problem when changing gloves Dermatitis can also occur in latex glove wearers Irritant contact dermatitis is a nonallergic reaction to the gloves or powder Chemical sensitivity dermatitis is a reaction to one or more of the many chemicals added to latex during processing and manufacturing Those with regular exposure to latex gloves and other products containing latex may develop an allergic reaction To prevent latex allergy use latex free gloves If this is not possible choose powder free latex gloves with reduced protein content Wash hands with mild soap and water and dry thoroughly after removing gloves Keep
5. empresa Si usted sabe c mo hacerlo de manera segura desconecte la alimentaci n el ctrica en el disyuntor principal hasta que el problema est resuelto Issue Two 2012 Revision Del Tema This Construction Safety News is produced by the Corporate Communications Department of State Fund to assist clients in their loss control efforts Information or recommendations contained in this publication were obtained from sources believed to be reliable at the date of publication Information is only advisory and does not presume to be exhaustive or inclusive of all workplace hazards or situations Permission to reprint articles subject to approval by State Compensation Insurance Fund Published by State Compensation Insurance Fund s Corporate Communications Department State Compensation Insurance Fund 2012
6. ment which may seal in heat and cause infection unless advised by a medical professional e Do not ever break a burn blister it protects the burn area from infection For a burn caused by electricity Turn off the electric power at the source Don t touch the victim until all wires are clear Make sure the victim s breathing and heartbeat are regular and seek medical attention immediately For a burn caused by chemical exposure Locate the chemical container and follow the label directions for treatment consult the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS or call the Poison Control Center Remove any contaminated clothing Flush eyes for 30 minutes if they are affected For acid chemicals immediately flush the area for 15 20 minutes For dry chemicals brush the chemical off the skin but not with bare hands and then flush for 15 20 minutes Get professional medical attention as soon as possible If you are around heat electricity or chemicals that could burn take sensible precautions Stay alert to possible burn hazards use all recommended protection devices know the location of wash stations and know where emergency contact information is posted a Safet Cold Stress Weer in cold conditions can lead to a potentially dangerous condition called cold stress You can get cold stress when working outdoors on a cold day in a refrigerated room in an unheated building in cold water rain o
7. n Outdoor workers at risk include those in construction landscaping forestry land surveying farming railroads utility line work park and wildlife management and other outdoor work Tick borne diseases are diagnosed based on symptoms that are commonly associated with a tick borne illness such as e The importance of the timely reporting of workplace illnesses and injuries right away e Wearing light colored long sleeved shirts long pants socks and hats e Insect repellents containing 20 to 30 DEET to use on their e Body muscle aches e Joint pain skin and clothing for protection e Fever e Rash teens Sha For further information refer to the Centers for Disease Control and EE ee Prevention CDC website on tick borne diseases e Fatigue e Facial paralysis http www cdc gov niosh topics tick borne State Compensation Insurance Fund Issue Two 2012 From Our Expert Natural Rubber Latex N atural rubber latex is found in a wide variety of products such as balloons rubber bands and bandages In the workplace it is most commonly found in latex gloves Many medical devices also contain latex The proteins in latex are allergens Most people who encounter latex in consumer products do not develop an allergy to latex but some workers are at risk Those with regular exposure to latex gloves and other products containing latex may develop an allergic reaction The more frequent the exposure the greater th
8. nated physician or provider Within eight hours of any serious illness or injury requiring hospitalization over 24 hours other than for medical observation or where there is permanent employee disfiguration or death occurring in the workplace or in connection with employment employers must report the incident to the Division of Occupational Safety and Health Safety News Equipo el ctrico Las reglas b sicas E el curso de su d a de trabajo usted probablemente utiliza una diversidad de productos el ctricos Quiz pueda hacer contacto con muchos art culos con carga el ctrica sin incluso darse cuenta de los peligros Tenga en mente la informaci n de seguridad general siguiente al manipular art culos el ctricos Siempre lea y siga las instrucciones de operaci n cuidadosamente antes de conectar y utilizar los art culos Los enchufes el ctricos nicamente deben introducirse en los tomacorrientes que tengan el mismo patr n de ranuras o patillas a menos que se utilicen adaptadores apropiados No fuerce el ingreso de un enchufe en un tomacorriente nilo modifique doblando torciendo o retirando sus patillas Un enchufe flojo en un tomacorriente puede sobrecalentarse y causar un incendio si es necesario cambie el enchufe el tomacorriente o ambos Siempre lea y siga las instrucciones de operaci n cuidadosamente antes de conectar y utilizar los art culos Al desconectar un art culo el ctrico de un tom
9. nse to ISO NE gt BAN cold stress and serves as a protection WES gris INS SS mechanism by increasing the rate oo A of metabolism Constant shivering Maen lethargy and confusion are initial signs of hypothermia If you notice a drop in your manual dexterity local cold stress may be occurring which could result in safety hazards to you and coworkers If you work where conditions can get cold or wet remember these tips e Dress properly Clothing is your best protection against cold stress or hypothermia The greatest loss of body heat occurs through the head so wear a hat or cap and several layers of loose fitting clothing as well as boots or warm shoes with socks e Drink fluids and eat high energy snacks Snacks provide calories to produce body heat and liquids help Stay dry Put on rain gear before you regulate body temperatures get wet and wool clothing before you o start shivering Also sweating from overexertion can cause you to lose body heat more quickly End exposure If you can t stay warm and dry get out of the cold or wet environment By recognizing early symptoms and taking suggested precautions you can minimize the potential for cold stress e Be aware of the cold and the wind Prepare for sudden weather changes with woolens raingear or tarps y j y WARING Employers should educate Aa eh their workers on e How tick borne diseases are spread and infectio
10. r snow or while handling cold objects or materials When your body loses the ability to maintain its normal temperature your body temperature lowers and hazardous effects of cold on the body could result in dehydration numbness shivering frostbite immersion foot trench foot and hypothermia E AFAN Cold wind and water are the three major factors of hypothermia because they all draw heat from the body Other factors that make you susceptible to hypothermia include age poor physical condition illness the use of alcohol or certain medications and fatigue The effects of hypothermia range from mild to severe A severe case of hypothermia can cause permanent damage to your heart and other vital organs or can result in death The Dangers of Tick borne Diseases icks are commonly found in worksites with woods bushes high grass or leaf litter ticks are a carrier of a number of serious diseases such as Southern Tick Associated Rash Illness STARI Rocky Mountain spotted fever RMSF Ehrlichiosis Tularemia and most commonly Lyme disease with more than 22 500 confirmed and 7 500 probable cases in 2010 alone e The risks of exposure lt Ve ESP AA z AEE sire ee Ce uc WAGE 7 X AG x gt AP J 4 Q SS IRIS gt Mo FA her AS as fas s SARA gt mgY TRS Ay S A iy se I Ps f X Bni E SN iN i 3 ba Y A A Ww a How can you recognize cold stress Shivering is your body s respo
11. te a short circuit If you come into contact with the short circuited device you become the ground and the electricity will travel through your body to complete the circuit resulting in a severe shock burn or fatal injury Safety Recommendations Always read and follow i operating instructions carefully before you connect and use items If you notice signs of over loaded circuits such as flickering or dimming of lights tripped circuit breakers blown fuses or if parts of the equipment the connecting cords or the outlet are warm to the touch notify a licensed electrician or your company s repair department of the problem If you know how to safely do so turn off the power at the main circuit until the problem is properly resolved When disconnecting an electrical item from an outlet firmly grip the plug not the cord Unplug electrical products tools and equipment when not in use Electricity is always present in plugged in equipment even when the switch is in the off position So make sure to remove the plug from the receptacle outlet before you inspect clean or fix any electrical product Reporting Work Related Injuries State Fund s Customer Service Center 888 STATEFUND 888 782 8338 is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for policyholders to report injuries as soon as they occur Agents will do the necessary paperwork to get the claim started and refer the injured worker to the desig
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