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Working in the harsh conditions in working place and other risk factors, including wearing PPE, puts healthcare workers at risk for heat‐related illnesses.
This course includes
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10 hours, 35 minutes
Units & Quizzes
24
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Certificate of Completion
Harsh Conditions at the Worksite
• Length of work shift: – Shorter work shifts may not be possible where PPE supplies are limited. – Shift length is also affected by the large workloads and a limited number of workers. • Limited electrical power: – Air‐conditioning and fans may not be available. • Limited access to electrolyte replacement fluids. • Other illnesses: – Contaminated food or water can result in severe vomiting and diarrhea, which can lead to fluid loss and dehydration, increasing the risk of developing a heat‐related illness. • Limited or no medical oversight for healthcare workers while in the rest area. • Limited number of healthcare workers: – Only 2 days to adjust to working in a hot, humid environment before starting to work with patients.Course Currilcum
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- Limiting Heat Burden 00:15:00
- Objectives 00:10:00
- Harsh Conditions at the Worksite 00:10:00
- Monitor Temperatures 00:10:00
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- Heat Index Table 00:20:00
- PPE 00:40:00
- Heat Rash 00:10:00
- Heat Cramps 00:10:00
- Heat Syncope (Fainting) 00:10:00
- Heat Exhaustion 00:20:00
- Rhabdomyolysis 00:10:00
- Heat Stroke 00:15:00
- Watch for Signs 00:30:00
- Take Time to Rest and Cool Down 00:20:00
- Key Points 00:10:00
- Purpose of the Standards Around the World FREE 00:30:00
- British Standards FREE 02:00:00
- European Standards FREE 02:00:00
