772 Introduction to Safe Patient Handling

To decrease ergonomic stressors when performing cleaning tasks, employees should:

Alternate the leading hand while performing cleaning tasks.

Avoid tight and static grip and use padded non-slip handles.
Clean objects at waist level if possible, rather than bending over them (e.g., push wheelchairs up a ramped platform to perform cleaning work, or raise beds to waist level before cleaning).
Use knee pads when kneeling.
Use tools with extended handles, or use step stools or ladders to avoid or limit overhead reaching.
When sweeping or dusting, use flat head dusters and push with the leading edge; sweep all areas into one pile and pick up with a vacuum.
Use chemical cleaners and soaks to minimize force needed for scrubbing.
Frequently change mopping styles when mopping (e.g., push/pull, and rocking side to side) to alternate stress on muscles.
Be sure buckets, vacuums, and other cleaning tools, have wheels or are on wheeled containers with functional brakes.
Alternate tasks or rotate employees through stressful tasks.
Avoid awkward postures while cleaning (e.g. twisting and bending).
Use carts to transport supplies rather than carrying.
Use buffers and vacuums that have lightweight construction and adjustable handle heights.
Use spray bottles and equipment that have trigger bars rather than single finger triggers.

2-9. Which of the following is a safe work practice to decrease ergonomic stressors when performing cleaning tasks?

Avoid awkward postures while cleaning

Carry supplies rather than continually using carts

Do not change mopping styles (front to back vs. side by side)

Use single finger triggers on bottles to limit repetitiveness

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