Mistakes happen, but it’s important to do your best to prevent them. In a veterinary office, a lot of mistakes come with high risks. Following the wrong procedures, using incorrect tools, and not taking adequate care in your actions can cost lives—human and animal. Protect your veterinary office by keeping an eye out for these four common mistakes you should avoid.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides workplaces with different health and safety protocols. OSHA requires healthcare practices to adhere to specific hazard communication standards.
Working at a vet office comes with multiple dangers, which is one of the many reasons why veterinarians follow HazCom standards. Proper communication makes sure everyone stays well-informed on dangers—from how to prevent and react to them—decreasing potential accidents.
Humans react to noises and smells differently than animals, who are more sensitive. Sounds and scents are intense for many pets, affecting their comfort and reactions to a space. Not monitoring the noises and smells in your veterinary office could lead to uncomfortable and distressed animals.
A cacophony of loud, jarring sounds and off-putting scents can irritate animals, causing them to lash out. Using methods to monitor the noises and smells in your office, such as using soundproof paneling and avoiding heavily-scented products, keeps your employees and your animals happy and safe.
Although restricting space for the animals gives you more control, too much restriction affects the mood and comfort of your animal patients. Providing some space for the animals to stretch out and move generates a more welcoming and enjoyable space for the pets. The more comfortable your patients are, the happier and more compliant they become.
Disinfection reduces germs and the spread of diseases. However, certain chemicals used in heavy-duty cleaning products are not pet-friendly. Double-check that the sprays, wipes, and cleaning solutions you use consist of pet-safe ingredients while also effectively disinfecting your spaces and tools. Some ingredients to avoid include:
Reducing the occurrence of mistakes in your workplace keeps operations running safely and smoothly. Avoid these four common mistakes in your veterinary office to enhance the safety of your clinic and make your pet patients happy and healthy.
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