Bloodborne Pathogens, because of different injuries, especially via contaminated sharps and needle sticks, continue to be a serious and significant public health concern. Anyone working with and around blood or other potentially infectious materials is at risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, which include AIDS, HIV, HBV (Hepatitis B), and Hepatitis C. Workers in the healthcare industry and public safety jobs are especially exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens. Among them there are Doctors, Dentists, Nurses, Fire & Rescue personnel, Police Officers, Laboratory workers, Custodial workers, Housekeepers, Laundry workers and so on. However, it is very important to remember that those who do not have direct contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials are also at risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens, because of different injuries, especially via contaminated sharps and needle sticks, continue to be a serious and significant public health concern. Anyone working with and around blood or other potentially infectious materials is at risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, which include AIDS, HIV, HBV (Hepatitis B), and Hepatitis C. Workers in the healthcare industry and public safety jobs are especially exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens.
Among them there are Doctors, Dentists, Nurses, Fire & Rescue personnel, Police Officers, Laboratory workers, Custodial workers, Housekeepers, Laundry workers and so on. However, it is very important to remember that those who do not have direct contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials are also at risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Understand what bloodborne pathogens are and how they are transmitted. Identify workplace environments and tasks that pose exposure risks. Interpret and apply OSHA & State OSHA compliance requirements. Develop and maintain an effective written Exposure Control Plan. Recognize potentially infectious materials (OPIM) including blood, body fluids, and human tissues. Implement safe handling, storage, and disposal procedures for sharps, needles, and regulated waste. Respond properly to exposure incidents, needle sticks, and contamination events. Follow correct post-exposure reporting and medical follow-up procedures. Select and use appropriate PPE to minimize exposure risks. Apply best practices to reduce infection hazards in healthcare and non-healthcare workplaces.
Healthcare workers (Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, EMTs) Dentists and dental assistants Laboratory technicians and medical lab staff Firefighters, rescue teams, and first responders Police officers and public safety personnel Hospital custodial staff and housekeeping teams Laundry workers handling contaminated materials Clinical and non-clinical staff exposed to blood or body fluids Workers handling sharps, needles, or contaminated equipment Employees working with animals that may carry bloodborne pathogens Anyone required to complete Bloodborne Pathogens certification
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