Safety
Ergonomics
Patient Handling

Recommendations for solutions to manual lifting of patients. Information about mechanical lfit equipment and patient transfer systems.

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Legislative Update on Safe Patient Handling [24728]

Updates to states that have safe patient handling legislation & the status of federal bills introduced

Mechanical Lift Equipment - Patient Transfer Systems [18800]

Photos of typical lift equipment used to transfer patients

OSHA Ergonomics Guidelines for Hospitals [18847]

Patient handling and more

Patient Handling Program [18801]

Example of a safety and health program to address resident handling injuries in nursing homes

Patient Handling Study [6089]

Major findings from this review of the literature on patient handling injuries

Patient Transfer Assist Devices [18846]

A resource for selecting appropriate patient transfer assist devices

Preventing Back Injuries in Patient Care [24729]

Safe patient handling and movement materials designed to reduce ergonomic injuries in the health care environment

Safe Patient Handling and Movement [24727]

Patient Care Ergonomics Resource Guide

Safe Patient Handling Brochure [24705]

Reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders caused by lifting and moving patients

Safe Patient/Resident Handling Guide [31765]

Includes checklists and worksheet

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Ergonomics / Case Studies
Real-life ergonomics studies conducted by universities, consulting firms, etc

Safety / Patient Safety
Medical errors, medication errors, patient safety guidance

Safety Mgt / Industries
Safety and health hazards & controls in specific industries

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