Healthcare and nursing professionals face unique and serious hazards every day, from bloodborne pathogens to debilitating back strains from lifting patients.
Pinnacol Assurance is your partner in managing these specific safety concerns. We provide the resources and expert guidance to help you implement comprehensive safety programs and training for your team.
According to OSHA, the healthcare industry has one of the highest rates of work-related injuries and illnesses in the nation, with a high number of incidents leading to days away from work.
Establishing a formal Bloodborne Pathogens Program is critical for preventing the transmission of infectious diseases from needlestick and sharps injuries. Needlestick injuries expose healthcare workers to a variety of serious illnesses, including Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV.
Manual lifting of patients is a primary cause of non-fatal back injuries, which can lead to chronic pain and a significant loss of work time. It's imperative for Colorado healthcare teams to have comprehensive safety programs in place that directly address these pervasive risks.
Pinnacol's Safety Consultants are here to help you. Our consultants can assist with establishing a robust bloodborne pathogen exposure control plan and training your staff on proper patient-handling techniques. To request a Safety Service visit or if you simply have a safety-related question, please complete our Contact Us form and one of our Safety Consultants will respond within two business days.
Healthcare Workplace Injury Profile
Safe Resident Handling Program Checklist
Hepatitis B vaccine declination
To learn more or to request enrollment, check out our Safety Education Online page.