Thursday, February 21, 2013

WE ARE MIAMI VALLEY HOSPITAL



 

  Miami Valley Hospital’s mission statement commits us to building healthier communities through high-quality, cost-competitive health care services.  MVH carries the honor of excellence and commitment to quality patient care. Yet our Patient Satisfaction scores show we can do a better job of meeting these needs.  
   Teamwork is a vital component to carrying out our part of the responsibility of the Patient Satisfaction scores.  The Environmental Department needs to lead the way in showing our committed to and support of our co-workers at all times.  We work together with the rest of the hospital staff to efficiently meet the needs of patients and visitors. Our relationships are built on courtesy, honesty and respect.

Unity
·         We are loyal to the Miami Valley Hospital team and take care of each other.
·         We build each other up and act in a way that allows patients to see the spirit of camaraderie among caregivers.
·         We embrace our differences and use them in support of achieving goals.
·         We place the goals of the team above our own.
·         We assist colleagues in their work and compliment them for their efforts.
·         We mentor each other.
·         We recognize that gossiping and spreading rumors are harmful to the team.

Respect
·         We recognize that everyone has different areas of expertise.
·         We respect each other’s confidentiality and privacy.
·         We answer questions promptly and clearly.
·         We never embarrass colleagues in front of others.

Dealing with Conflict
·         We handle conflict in an appropriate manner and use appropriate resources to resolve problems.
·         We address concerns privately without criticizing, minimizing or discounting our colleagues.

Anticipation
·         We consider each others priorities and avoid last minute requests.
·         We seek clarification and resolution in a professional manner.

  Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things,
but just look at what they can do when they stick together.
-Vesta Kelly

6 Steps To Successful Wood Splitting





Keep Safety In Mind!
o    Don’t let anyone stand too close to you when splitting wood.
o     Keep the blade sharp!  And sheathed when not in use.
o    Check the axe or maul for imperfections like a splintering handle, or a wobbly head!
o    Wear protective eye gear.
o    Wear fitting leather gloves.  They will give you a more secure hold onto the handle and help save your hands from painful splinters from the wood. 
o    Wear proper fitting, sturdy work boots. 
o    Check your surroundings:  any low hanging branches?,
o    No debris under your chopping block.

What are the differences between an Axe and a Maul:
o    A maul is more like a sharp, very heavy sledge hammer.  They are usually 6 to 8 pounds.  The handle is longer and heavier.
o    An axe has a more slender, sharper head, weighing in closer at 3 to 4 pounds.  The handle on the axe is thinner, shorter and lighter than the maul handle.




The 6 Steps:

1.     Place cut tree limb or trunk on a chopping block.  The wood to be split needs to be seasoned and dry.
2.    Have your feet should width apart.
3.    Hold axe or maul with both hands out infront of you resting the wood to be split.
4.    When you have found the spot where you want the axe or maul to hit, put the neck of the handle (closest to the head) in your right hand if you’re right handed or left hand if your left handed (this is your lead hand).  Keep the opposite hand at the top of the handle.
5.    Throw the axe or maul straight up (not behind or with a rounding swing… this is more work than worth and can hurt your back).  Let your lead hand slid to the top of the handle with the other hand.  Then let the weight of the axe or maul fall at its own force splitting the wood.
6.    Keep your eyes focused on the center of the wood to be split.  This will help keep your body in line with the swing.

Don’t be discouraged if you don’t split the wood on your first try, it takes practice! Sometimes the wood is too green, or has too many knots to really split easily.

Remember, let the axe or maul do the work!

Be safe and enjoy your nice fire!

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