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Handbook of occupational hazards and controls for staff in central processing

Description

This document focuses on hazards and controls in Central Processing (CPD), sometimes called by other names including Central Supply or Central Sterile Supply (CSD, CSSD or CSR). Central Processing workers may be exposed to a variety of workplace hazards in the course of performing their functions. The type and degree of exposure is dependent upon the type of Central Processing and its location (e.g., in communities and retail establishments, in hospitals, etc.). A key component of a health and safety program is to identify and assess hazards and determine appropriate controls.

Updated

January 1, 2011

Tags
OHS OHS competencies Occupational Health and Safety central processing hazard assessment hazard control healthcare industry occupational hazards workplace safety

Title and publication information

Type
Guide
Alternative Title

Staff in central processing – OHS handbook

Alternative Title

Staff in central processing – OHS knowledge and skills checklist

Extent

63 pages

Frequency

Once

Publisher / Creator Information

Publisher

Employment and Immigration (2008-2011)

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Place of Publication

Edmonton

Resource Dates

Date Created

2011-01-01

Date Added

2017-03-14T15:38:20.196907

Date Modified

2011-01-01

Date Issued

2011-01-01

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