Bloodborne Pathogens

Question 1

What are some things employers must provide to protect workers against Bloodborne pathogens?

Answer 1

PPE, label hazards, controls to prevent exposure, Hepatitis B vaccination, medical evaluation if a worker is exposed.

Question 2

What are Universal Precautions?

Answer 2

Assume all blood (pee, poop) are infected and use precautions like PPE to protect yourself

Question 3

What are the most common Bloodborne pathogens?

Answer 3

Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV

Question 4

What can you do to protect yourself from Bloodborne pathogens? (Universal precautions)

Answer 4

Assume blood and bodily fluids are infected, use PPE, wash hands, don’t eat or drink around blood or body fluids, put needles in sharps container and don’t empty sharps container

Question 5

What should you do if you are exposed to blood or body fluids?

Answer 5

Wash the area, your hands, face, eyes and report it to your boss

Question 6

What is your employer required to do if you are exposed to blood or body fluids?

Answer 6

Give you a free medical exam and lab test