E: Safety

No.

Competency 

NO 

YB 

YS 

NA 

E-1 

I apply critical thinking and clinical judgment in maintaining a client's physical safety.

E-2

I identify, report and take action on actual or potential safety risks to clients, myself and others.

E-3

I recognize and report unsafe practices when client or staff safety and well-being are at risk.   

E-4

I have the necessary knowledge of fire safety policy, procedures, and staff responsibilities in the event of a fire in our health care setting.

E-5

I have the necessary knowledge of the policy, procedures, and staff responsibilities in the event of a disaster such as earthquake, tornado or hurricane.

E-6

I know what to do in the event of a bomb threat, hostage taking or terrorist attack.

E-7

I have the knowledge and ability to properly use personal protection devices while interacting and providing care to clients, visitors, and families. 

E-8

I have the knowledge and skills to use medical equipment, instrumentation and tools safely.

E-9

I have the knowledge and skills to apply the principles of standard precautions.

E-10 I have the knowledge and skills to follow the correct procedures in the disposal of sharps.

E-11 I have the knowledge and skills to handle and dispose of hazardous materials and bio-medical waste.

E-12

I know what to do if a client goes missing from our health care setting.

E-13 I have the knowledge and ability to manage clients and family during refusal of treatment.

E-14 I have knowledge of therapeutic and non-therapeutic use of different types of client restraints.

E-15 I have the knowledge and ability to assess levels of anxiety and recognize progression to agitation and aggression.

E-16 I have the knowledge and skills to apply self protection / prevention techniques.

E-17 I challenge questionable orders, decisions or actions made by other health team members.

E-18 I recognize and report near misses and errors and take action to minimize harm arising from these adverse events.

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