HSAA’s OHS&W committee would like to let you know that in the coming weeks, Alberta Health Services will be transitioning to safety-engineered devices provincially.
The province has put legislation in place that requires that all sharps must be safety engineered devices (SED’s) by July 1, 2010. These medical sharps – including hypodermic and subcutaneous infusion products, scalpels, phlebotomy devices, insulin pens and intravenous catheters – are specially designed to minimize the risk of needle stick injuries. They will help protect our members from exposure to life-threatening diseases such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV.
All the products chosen are being used somewhere in the province now. 80% of AHS sites have been using SED’s already. Though, some former regions have no SED’s in place. Hypodermics are the one product that will change for just about everyone. Some of our members will have a steeper learning curve than others. AHS has plans in place to help ease employees through the transition. In-service sessions will be held to learn about the products.
Injuries don’t just occur with the original user but can include the patient, cleaning staff and waste disposal staff. Needle stick injuries often occur when employees:
- Dispose of needles
- Administer injections
- Draw blood
- Recap needles
- Handle trash and dirty linens
These products will help ensure the safety of our members. As you learn about the new products and use them please share your experiences. There will be opportunity to give feedback after the new product roll out.
* Submitted by HSAA’s OHS&W Committee
Tags: OHS&W, Scott Pattison, Sharps
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