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Safety Guide for Working Alone in a Laboratory
Laboratory work can be full of risks. From general hazards like trips, slips, and falls, to more specific concerns like chemical spills and burns, labs can be dangerous places to…
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Workplace Safety and Security Procedures
Maintaining a safe and secure workplace benefits everyone. Employees are likely to be happier and more productive when they’re confident their physical security is taken care of. Customers and clients…
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How to Choose Safety Devices for Lone Workers
Employers have a duty of care to keep their employees safe. In order to meet these responsibilities, companies are often required to put a number of safety measures in place.…
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Safety Tips for Mental Health Technicians
Psychiatric hospitals can be difficult places to work. Though many doctors, nurses, social workers and other mental health professionals find it deeply rewarding, there’s no denying that working with mental…
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How to Deal with Unacceptable Patient Behavior
TLDRUnacceptable patient behavior in clinical settings leads to more serious forms of violence against staff. However, by setting physical boundaries, involving co-workers, planning replies, and documenting patient behavior, you can…
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The Dangers of Working in a Psychiatric Hospital
TLDRPsychiatric hospital workers face elevated risks of patient assault, secondary traumatic stress, and physical injury — making healthcare and social assistance the highest-injury industry in the United States. Understanding these…
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What are the Four Types of Workplace Violence?
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), ‘Workplace violence is the act or threat of violence, ranging from verbal abuse to physical assaults directed toward persons…
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Improving Staff Safety in Psychiatric Hospitals
TLDRPsychiatric hospitals present unique safety challenges — a 2023 National Nurses United survey found that 80% of hospital nurses have experienced verbal or physical violence on the job, with psychiatric…
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10 Safety Tips for Therapists
TLDRWorking one-on-one with patients behind closed doors often leaves therapists vulnerable to unpredictable behavior, physical violence, and harassment, especially when dealing with individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges. To address…
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What Is a Wireless Panic Button and How Does It Work?
TLDRA wireless panic button is a wearable or portable device that allows employees to silently summon help in an emergency by pressing a single button. Used widely in healthcare, hospitality,…