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Bloodborne Pathogens. Bloodborne Pathogens.

Bloodborne Pathogen Standard  Required by OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1030)  Applies to employees in all industries who may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

What are Bloodborne Pathogens?  Microorganisms such as viruses or bacteria that are present in human blood and can cause diseases in humans – Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) – Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) – Hepatitis C Virus (HCV).

[Audio] Human Immunodeficiency Virus (H-I-V--)  The virus which causes A-I-D-S  Devastates the body’s immune system  ~1 million persons living with HIV/AIDS in U S ; 45000 new cases in 2000  Symptoms: flu like illness, weakness, diarrhea, weight loss.  Signs of illness may not be present for years  A-I-D-S is chronic and fatal.

[Audio] Hepatitis B (H-B-V--)  Attacks the liver  Survives in dried blood for up to 1 week at room temperature  300000 new infections annually; 1.4% result in death  Symptoms: fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, anorexia  Can be chronic and fatal.

[Audio] Hepatitis C (H-C-V--)  Can lead to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis and liver cancer  4 million infected in U S – Only 25% diagnosed  Can be chronic and fatal  8000-10000 deaths annually  No effective vaccine exists.

[Audio] Potentially Infectious Materials  Blood  Human bodily fluids such as: – Semen, vaginal secretions, lung fluid  Any bodily fluid containing visible blood  Any bodily fluid that cannot be identified.

[Audio] How Are They Transmitted?  Puncture wounds caused by sharp objects  Infectious materials contacting open wounds, cuts, or broken or damaged skin  Infectious materials contacting mucous membranes of eyes, nose and mouth.

[Audio] Possible Exposure Incidents  During an industrial accident  While administering First Aid  During post accident clean up  When performing routine maintenance or janitorial work.

[Audio] Exposure Control Plan  Universal precautions  Engineering controls  Work practice controls  Post exposure follow up.

[Audio] Universal Precautions  Treat all human blood and bodily fluids as if they are infected with H-I-V--, H-B-V--, H-C-V and other bloodborne pathogens..

[Audio] Engineering Controls & Work Practice Controls  Work Practice Controls  Engineering Controls – Personal protective – Handwashing equipment (P-P-E--) facilities – First aid response – Biohazard waste bags – Spill clean up – Laundry – Waste disposal – Exposure response.

[Audio] Personal Protective Equipment  First line of defense  Examples and uses  Limitations  Rules: – Remove before leaving work area – Wash hands after removing – Properly dispose of contaminated P-P-E.

[Audio] First Aid Response  Adopt Universal Precautions  Encourage self care  Use PPE  Avoid applying pressure without barrier.

[Audio] Housekeeping: Spill Clean up  Use PPE & Universal Precautions  Cover spill or area with paper towel or rags  Pour disinfectant solution over towels or rags  Leave for at least 10 minutes  Place materials in appropriate container  Arrange for pick up and disposal.

[Audio] Housekeeping: Waste Disposal  Use P-P-E when handling  Leak proof containers  Proper labeling – Labels – Red Bags or Containers  Drop off sites.

[Audio] Housekeeping: Contaminated Laundry  Laundry soiled with blood or opim  Use P-P-E  Handle as little as possible  Pre soak all contaminated clothing  If blood or opim gets on clothing, remove and thoroughly wash with detergent asap.

[Audio] Exposure Incident Response  Contact with skin: wash exposed areas with antibacterial soap and running water  Contact with eyes or mucous membranes: flush affected area with running water for at least 15 minutes  Contact with clothing: remove contaminated clothing, wash underlying skin  Report exposure to supervisor immediately.

[Audio] Post Exposure Evaluation  Confidential medical evaluation and follow up after exposure incident – Identify and document source and circumstances of exposure – Test source individual’s blood for HIV/HBV – Provide blood sample  Healthcare professional’s written opinion.

[Audio] Hepatitis B Vaccination  Made available to all employees at risk for occupational exposure prior to initial job assignment  Made available after exposure incident.

[Audio] Summary  Bloodborne Pathogens  Transmission  Potentially infectious materials  Exposure incidents  Prevention – Universal Precautions – P-P-E  Response.

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