Injury Prevention/Lift Assistance. The Medical Center and Association agree that the reduction of work-related injuries is of primary concern to both parties. To that end, the Association recognizes the work and commitment expressed by the Medical Center concerning the purchase and implementation of mechanical patient lift devices. The Medical Center agrees to continue a house-wide training program focused on providing nurses the required information needed to properly use the equipment. A minimum of four nurses per nursing unit (two from day shift and two from night shift, as appropriate) shall be trained as unit trainers as practical. Nurses are encouraged not to lift patients and/or equipment by themselves and to request assistance when a patient or heavy piece of equipment needs to be moved. No nurse shall be reprimanded for an injury sustained while lifting patients and/or equipment while on-the-job. Nurses will be encouraged to attend an annual ergonomic class presented by the Physical Therapy department.
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Samples: Agreement, Letter of Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
