Blood and Body Fluid Spill Management

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Potentially infectious human body fluids or blood spills that occur inside or in the outside environment should be decontaminated to prevent the transmission of communicable diseases. It is important that personnel responsible for the cleanup be properly educated on the principles of Universal Precautions and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Anyone that may be exposed to human blood, blood by-products, or other potentially infectious materials during their job duties, or whose job may require them to provide first aid or CPR are required to receive annual blood & body fluid spill management training and education.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

1. Define universal precautions.
2. List the Personal Protective Equipment that may be used to clean a blood spill.
3. Describe the steps to be taken for a safe blood spill decontamination.

Curriculum

Chapter 1: Basic Principles

Chapter 2: Hazardous Materials

Chapter 3: Personal Protective Equipment

Chapter 4: References