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Ergonomic principles for lifting children safely.

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Lecture 9 - Safety in The Workplace

Ergonomic principles for lifting children safely.

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Safety in the Workplace Recap:

A short video clip

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Video
• Video: “Reporting Child Abuse: Care
Enough to Call” (10:11)
Discussion
• Comments?

• Feedback?

• Thoughts?

• Questions?
Final Exam Review...
Game #1
“Brainstorm Race”:
A topic from Safety will be
announced (ex: burnout, neglect,
sexual abuse, etc...). Each team
will be allotted 30 seconds to write
down as many ideas concerning
the topic as you can come up
with... without speaking to one
another!

After the 30 seconds are up, we will


compare lists as a class. The team
with the most ideas wins a point.
Topic #1:
Neglect
Neglect:
• A child less than 18 years of age whose physical, mental, and
emotional condition has been impaired because of the child's
legal guardian.

• Neglect occurs when the minor’s legal guardian fails to


exercise a minimum degree of care in supplying the child with
adequate food, clothing, shelter, education or medical care.

• Neglect also occurs when the legal guardian fails to provide


the child with proper supervision, which may cause the child
to be harmed.
Topic #2:
High Quality Daycare
High Quality Daycare
• 1) Positive interactions between educator and child.

• 2) Positive interactions between educator and


parent.

• 3) The structuring and layout of the daycare and


classroom.

• 4) The structuring and diversity of activities offered


to children.
Topic #3:
Furniture Quality
Furniture Quality
- Furniture should always be in good condition (ex: not
broken, damaged, or limited in quantity).

- Furniture should be arranged in a way for children and


adults to move around easily without injury.

- Furniture should be child-sized and include a few adult-


sized pieces as well.
Topic #4:
Quality of Materials
Quality of Materials
• Toys, games, and art materials should always be in good
working condition.

• Non-toxic and hypo-allergenic art materials only should


be used in the classroom (ex: glue, paint, non-latex
smocks/gloves, etc…).

• Materials should be stored away neatly and out of


children’s reach.
Topic #5:
Child Safety Gates
Child Safety Gates
Gates help to reduce the risk of falls!

• Install safety gates properly:


The locking mechanisms should always be placed on the
side, away from the child. Gates should be installed at
the top and bottom of the stairs.

• Use effective gates:


Once the child's chin reaches the top of the gate, the
gate is no longer effective or suitable.
Topic #6:
Eustress and Distress
Eustress and Distress
• Eustress is stress that is healthy, or gives one a feeling
of fulfillment or other positive feelings.

• Distress is a form of stress that causes great pain,


anxiety, or sorrow. It is acute (severe) physical or mental
suffering, affliction, and trouble.

• The body itself cannot physically distinguish between


distress or eustress.
Topic #7:
Work-Related Causes of Burnout
Work-Related Causes of
Burnout
• Feeling like you have little or no
control over your work.

• Lack of recognition or rewards


for good work.

• Unclear or overly demanding


job expectations.

• Doing work that’s monotonous


(dull and repetitive) or unchallenging.

• Working in a chaotic or high-pressure environment.


Topic #8:
Burnout Prevention
Burnout Prevention
1) Start the day with a relaxing ritual
2) Adopt healthy eating, exercising, and sleeping habits
3) Set boundaries
4) Take a daily break from technology
5) Nourish your creative side
6) Engage in sensory activities
Topic #9:
Coping with Sexual Abuse
Coping with Sexual
Abuse
• Sexual abuse victims minimize the abuse by
pretending that whatever is happening is not really
“bad”.

• They rationalize the abuse by explaining it - they


blame the abuse on the offender's drinking, drug
use, etc… and they develop a twisted sense of love,
telling themselves that the offender is really showing
them love.

• They deny that the abuse ever took place.


Topic #10:
Cribs and Soft Bedding
Cribs and Soft Bedding
• Always look for a label on the crib that shows when the crib was made.

• Check the crib often to make sure the frame is solid. Loose screws
should also be tightened regularly.

• Check the crib to make sure the sides lock into place.

• Place the crib away from windows, curtains, blind cords, lamps,
electrical plugs, and extension cords.

• Health Canada recommends that soft mattresses, pillows, comforters,


stuffed toys, and bumper pads not be used in cribs.
Cribs and Soft Bedding
Article #37 of the Educational Childcare Regulation:
When using a crib with posts and slats in your daycare
establishment, you must ensure that the crib is not
portable and that is meets the standards in the Cribs and
Cradles Regulations under the Hazardous Products Act.
Topic #11:
Health Risks Associated with
Blind Cords
Health Risks Associated
with Blind Cords
• Children can become entangled in blind cords, which can
quickly lead to strangulation and death. Strangulation
can occur when children:

• Place their heads through a cord loop

• Wrap a cord around their neck

• Pull inner cords out of the window covering,


creating a strangulation hazard
Topic #12:
Ergonomic Benefits
Ergonomic Benefits
• Prevents repetitive strain
injuries, which can develop
over time and can lead to
long-term disability.

• Increases comfort and job satisfaction.

• Improves productivity.
Game #2
“What am I?”
Each of you will receive a clue about a specific topic that
was covered during this module, and you must identify
the topic.

You may get a clue that is in the form of a question, or


you may get a clue that is in the form of a statement.
Whatever the format, you must answer the question as
follows: “What is _______...”
Clue #1:
This legal term refers to a situation in
which a child may be repeatedly
subjected to harmful circumstances.

What am I?
Answer #1:
“Psychological ill-treatment”
Clue #2:
This can cause a rash, blistering, or
open sores that are filled with pus or
bleeding.

What am I?
Answer #2:
A chemical burn
Clue #3:
These are basic and are split into 2
categories.

What am I?
Answer #3:
Emotional needs and physical needs
Clue #4:
This is something that should either
be removed or tucked in when a child
is playing.

What am I?
Answer #4:
Drawstrings
Clue #5:
This is the study of people’s efficiency
in their working environment by
designing equipment that fits the
human body and its abilities.

What am I?
Answer #5:
Ergonomics
Clue #6:
This is a state of emotional, mental
and physical exhaustion caused by
excessive and prolonged stress.

What am I?
Answer #6:
Burnout (yes, Ms. Smith, that was for
you!)
Clue #7:
Dealing with burnout involves taking
care of your emotional and physical
heath. You need to build this.

What am I?
Answer #7:
Resilience
Clue #8:
It is statistically proven that one in
four babies dies as a result of this.

What am I?
Answer #8:
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Clue #9:
This form of mistreatment is usually
shrouded in secrecy, guilt, and fear
and is typically under-reported.

What am I?
Answer #9:
Sexual abuse
Clue #10:

This applies to any child whose


security or development is
compromised or considered to be in
danger.

What am I?
Answer #10:
The Youth Protection Act
Clue #11:
According to the Youth Protection Act,
the child can either be the victim of
this, or at serious risk of becoming a
victim of this. Either way, it is still
considered maltreatment with or
without physical contact.

What am I?
Answer #11:
Sexual abuse and physical abuse
(Article #38, Youth Protection Act)
Clue #12:
You can use this as a guide when
attempting to lift a child safely.

What am I?
Answer #12:
Back straight

Avoid twisting

Close to body

Keep smooth

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