Transcript Bloodborne Pathogens

Bloodborne
Pathogens
Bloodborne Pathogens
The purpose of this standard is to
eliminate or minimize occupational
exposure to bloodborne pathogens in
accordance with OSHA standard 29 CFR
1910.1030, “Occupational Exposure to
Bloodborne Pathogens.”
A printed copy of this standard and
company program are available upon
request
Bloodborne Pathogens
Covers all workers occupationally exposed
to blood or other potentially infectious
materials
Blood and other potentially infectious
materials covered under the OSHA
standard include:
Blood
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Human Blood, Blood Products, Blood
Components
Other Potentially Infectious Materials
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Human body fluids, Unfixed human tissue or
organs, HIV or HBV containing cells
Bloodborne Pathogens
Microorganisms such as viruses or
bacteria that are carried in blood and
cause disease in people
Two diseases specifically covered
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Hepatitis B (HBV)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hepatitis B
Inflammation of the liver caused by
drugs, toxins, autoimmune disease, or
infectious agents.
Potentially life threatening
Potential for carriers to pass disease to
others
Effects can be both acute and chronic
Carriers face higher risk of liver ailments
which can be fatal
Hepatitis B
Very durable; can survive in dried blood for
up to seven days
CDC estimates between 140,000-320,000
become infected each year in U.S.
Hepatitis B Vaccination
3 shot vaccination series available; highly
effective
Employees with potential exposure to
bloodborne pathogens are entitled to
vaccine at no cost
HIV
HIV gradually depletes the number of cells
which are essential for host immune function.
This depletion of immune cells renders the
infected individual increasingly susceptible to
infections
AIDS is caused by HIV
HIV virus is very fragile and will not survive very
long outside of the human body
Estimated 35,000 people infected every year in
U.S.
Modes of Transportation
Bloodborne Pathogens such as HBV and
HIV can be transmitted through:
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Blood or any body fluid that is visibly
contaminated with blood
Contaminated blood contact with eyes, nose,
mouth
Contaminated blood contact with OPEN area
of skin
Contaminated needlestick injury/ cuts with
sharp objects covered with blood
Bloodborne Pathogens will NOT be
transmitted through:
Tears
Sweat
Saliva
Urine
Stool
Vomit
Nasal Secretions
Sputum
** Unless Blood is present **
In most work and lab situations,
transmission is most likely to occur because
of an accidental puncture from contaminated
needles, broken glass, or other sharps OR
contact between broken or damaged skin
and infected body fluids.
Protect Yourself!!
Universal Precautions- treat all blood and
other potentially infectious material as
though they were infectious
Personal Protective Equipment
First thing to do in any situation where you
may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens
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Gloves
Goggles
Face Shield
Apron
Hygiene Practices
Hand Washing
Never eat, drink, smoke, apply cosmetics,
or handle contact lenses if you are working
in an area where there is possible
exposure
No food or drink is permitted in labs and
lab refrigerators designated for lab use
Decontamination and
Sterilization
All surfaces, tools, equipment, and other
objects that come in contact with
potentially infectious materials must be
decontaminated IMMEDIATELY
10% bleach solution
Waste Disposal
Sharps
Needles
Contaminated broken glassware
Signs and Labels
Must be on waste
Must be on refrigerators and freezers
containing blood or other infectious
materials
Waste bags must be red or orange
Emergency Procedures
Always use Universal Precautions
Wash exposed area with soap and water
Report exposure to your supervisor
You may go to the Hospital to request
blood testing or the Hepatitis B vaccination
if you have not already received it
QUESTIONS???