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CV-19 G0031 Guideline Point of Care Risk Assessment

WebThe risk assessment should include assessment of the potential risk for the following: • exposure to blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions, tissues; • exposure to non-intact skin; • exposure to undiagnosed/diagnosed rashes; • exposure to mucous membranes; and. • exposure to contaminated equipment or surfaces. Ask Yourself:

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URL: https://www.saswh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Appendix_B-Point-of-Care-Risk-Assessment-Guideline.pdf

Workplace Violence Risk Assessment (WVRA)

WebThe Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) states that employers must assess and control risks of workplace violence. This needs to be done as often as necessary to ensure that organizational policies and programs continue to protect workers. For these reasons, a Workplace Violence Risk Assessment (WVRA) should be completed at least annually

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Programs and Services

WebPrograms and Services. SASWH is an approved training agency by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety and the Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board. SASWH offers a variety of safety training and education to member agencies at low to no cost, depending on the course, and these courses can be delivered …

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Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

WebA Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a valuable tool for identifying hazards related to a specific job or work tasks. JSA is also used for developing accepted safe work practices in the workplace. A safe work practice is the process or procedure of performing a work task in a manner that eliminates or significantly reduces the risk of injury by

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Safety Management System (SMS)

WebIn 2009, the Saskatchewan Association for Safe Workplaces in Health (SASWH), in partnership with Saskatchewan healthcare organizations, developed the Saskatchewan Safety Management System (SMS). The SMS is a comprehensive framework for safety management in healthcare organizations. The framework consists of six elements and …

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Use and Value of Health and Safety Risk Matrices

WebCourse Information. Safety Talk. Use and Value of Health and Safety Risk Matrices. A Risk Matrix is one part of risk management. It is a tool used to support the rating on an incident to determine the level of actions/controls required. It is often the initial assessment of the level of response to an adverse event or hazard.

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Incident Reporting and Investigation

WebThe sample forms provided in this resource are excerpts from the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety’s resource Accident Investigations: A Guide for Committees and Representatives.

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Board of Directors & Bylaws

WebThe SASWH Board of Directors is a policy governance board who sets the strategic direction of the association and ensures the ends and outcomes of each strategic element are met and adhered to. The SASWH Board of Directors is comprised of a mix of healthcare professionals and leaders from across the province of Saskatchewan. The […]

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Acute Care Violence Assessment Tool (VAT)

WebPhysical, psychological, environmental, and activity triggers can lead to or escalate violent, aggressive or responsive behaviours. Documenting known triggers and behaviours and asking your patient or substitute decision maker (SDM) to help identify them can help you

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Saskatchewan Workplace Violence Prevention Initiative

WebThe aim of a Provincial Violence Prevention Framework and Strategy is to reduce healthcare’s injury rates through targeted interventions; build a stronger culture of safety; promote the adoption of effective violence prevention initiatives; and prevent injuries caused by violence and acts of aggression. Healthcare workers sustain 14% of all injuries in …

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Training Schedule

WebTraining Schedule. Click HERE to access the SASWH GUIDE TO PROGRAMS. Below is a listing of all training sessions for which SEATS are OPEN for registration at this time. NOTE: For TLR and PART trainer sessions: registration deadline – 2 weeks before session date. If you are placed on a wait list once you’ve registered for a session, SASWH

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Completing the Violence/Aggression Assessment Checklist …

WebCompleting the Violence/Aggression Assessment Checklist (VAAC) for Emergency Departments(ED) or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Background Violence or harassment in the workplace is an issue that can touch all …

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GGUIDELINES: CODE WHITE RESPONSEUIDELINES: CODE …

WebThe “Code White” team response as described and recommended in these Guidelines, is a non-violent crisis intervention strategy that does not employ pain compliance (i.e.using pressure points), impact techniques (i.e. using strikes), restricted techniques (i.e. using chokeholds) or using batons.

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Workplace Assessment & Violence Education (WAVE)

WebOn the count of one, two, three, #1 takes baby steps toward #2. Keep approaching slowly. When #2 feels uncomfortable – they will put their hand out and say “stop”. Look at the distance between each of you – this is where #2 prefers to have the conversation. Repeat this activity with #2 taking the baby steps toward #1.

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