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Review cycleSafe patient handling and mobility process map and steps

The Oregon Coalition for Healthcare Ergonomics has information for employers to help with this standard. hcergo.org/employers

The SafeWell Practice Guidelines can provide assistance with patient-centered care. centerforworkhealth.sph.harvard.edu/resources/ safewell-resources

Implement and sustain an

SPHM program.

Incorporate ergonomic

design principles

for safe care environment.

Include SPHM in

accommodation and return to work.

Select, install, and maintain SPHM

technology.

Integrate patient-centered SPHM

assessment, plan of care, and

use of SPHM technology.

Establish a culture of safety.

Establish a system for education, training, and maintaining competence.

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To learn more about how to create a safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) system to help prevent injuries and improve productivity in your

workplace, please contact your SAIF safety and health consultant.

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Establish an evaluation

system.

NIOSH Prevention through Design is a grood resource for building sound ergonomics principles into design.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/ptd/