Physicians and other medical professionals are dedicated to helping patients mend their injuries and cure their illnesses. Employers whose workplaces are in medical facilities must be aware of the importance of protecting their staff from hazards as well. Doctors, nurses and other staff face potential dangers from needlesticks, exposure to infectious diseases, contamination and dangerous chemicals. OSHA recognizes the significance of medical employees having a work environment reasonably free of occupational hazards. OSHA's Medical and Dental Offices: A Guide to Compliance with OSHA Standards (OSHA 3187), provides a brief overview of the hazards most frequently found in medical and dental offices. It also highlights the OSHA-approved standards and guidelines employers must follow to promote employee safety and health. The brochure summarizes standards on :
Bloodborne Pathogens
Hazard Communication
Ionizing Radiation
Exit Routes
Electrical
Visit OSHA's Web site for more informational materials focusing on safety and health dangers. Look for "Quick Tips" on a new occupational safety and health topic in your next issue of QuickTakes.
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