Am I the only OHA who positively relishes the opportunity to wear nail varnish at work? It's one of the benefits of being in the speciality. I drifted into OH because I developed latex glove allergy and had a passion for health and safety, having been an RCN Safety representative for many years.
I have not worn a uniform for a long time, I do try and look smart and often wear a suit or jacket. On occasions where I have to look "clinical" I put on a white coat. I would think that this would work equally well for NHS nurses as there are many people in hospital wearing white coats, it seems.
BW
Diane
PS
I do remember the thrill of wearing a silver buckle and frilly hat for the first time though...
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From: Elaine Dobson
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Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2004 11:36 AM
Subject: TREATMENT SERVICE
Dear All
I have prepared a presentation for a company who has asked for an assessment and recommendations for the future of their OH service. I am happy with it so far but would like some more "ammunition" as to why the present treatment service should be discontinued.
Current service
SEN who has been in post for 20 years and is retiring - wears uniform!
Rest room with two hospital beds, she gives hot water bottles to women with dysmenorrhoea!
Not surprisingly I was shown a cupboard full of OTC medicines!
I was hoping to be able to quote some legislation as to why the OHN should not be administering OTC medication to back up my arguments. None of this medication is specifically related to hazards on site. It appears that if the Dr is willing to produce a standing order for this stuff then why shouldn't the OHN continue to administer it. I can not find any evidence to back up my recommendation to remove this service.
I have covered cost effectiveness in use Of OH time
Safety issues keeping people at work who are ill and who work on production line
Promoted pro active rather than reactive service
Empowerment of First Aiders as she still sticks the plasters on
This is a good time to reshape the service. Your comments would be appreciated.
Many thanks
Elaine
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