Bloodbourne Pathogens

Standard Precautions

Hand washing

Gloves

Environmental control

Tuberculosis (TB)

A serious re-emerging bacterial illnessAffects the lungsSpread through the air

Two Forms:TB Infection - people can take medication to

prevent TB DiseaseTB Disease - active infection

Get tested annually (PPD Test)

Who is at risk for TB?

Persons with diabetes and certain cancers

Persons with HIV infection or other diseases that weaken the immune system

Persons in close contact with someone who has TB

Homeless people

Persons in Nursing Homes and Prisons

Persons who inject drugs

Hepatitis B (Hep B)Serious disease caused by a virus that attacks the liver.

Can cause lifelong infection, cirrhosis, scarring of the liver, liver cancer, liver failure, and death.

Transmitted when blood of an infected person enters the body of another person.

Unprotected sexSharing needlesInfected mother to baby

Symptoms of Hep B

Fatigue

Abdominal pain

Loss of appetite

Nausea

Vomiting

Joint Pain

*30% of people show no signs. Signs are less common in children than adults. (CDC.gov)

*The highest rate of infection occurs in 20-49 yr olds.

Hep B Prevention Hepatitis B Vaccine

Avoid contact of blood and bodily fluids

Do not share personal care item that may have blood on them (razor, toothbrush)

If pregnant get a blood test for Hep B (required in NYS)

Think about risks of getting a tattoo or piercing

Do not shoot drugs

Safe sex

Hep B Vaccine

Available since 1982

Vanderheyden will provide you with where to get the shots for free

Series of 3 shots

If received within the last 10-12 years, it is good for a lifetime.

HIV/AIDS Transmission

Through the mucous membranes

Unprotected sex

Contact of contaminated needles/syringes

Blood transfusions before 1985 in US

Working with or being around someone who is positive

HIV/AIDS is NOT transmitted through...

Hugs

Sweat

Spit

Tears

Insect Bites

Clothes

Phones

Toilet Seats

Donating Blood

Water Fountains

Sharing Meals

Closed Mouth Kiss

Get testedTalk to your personal physician

Call 1-800-342-AIDS(2437)

Tests are free and confidential

How do I know if I have HIV?

Anytime you com in contact with blood or bodily fluids while working, tell your supervisor immediately.

Complete the Occupational Exposure Incident Report (available from a supervisor or the Intranet)

Go to the doctor for disease exposure and get treatment.

Occupational Exposure

Spill Kits

Located in vehicles, each program’s chemical supply closet, and in each divisional area.

Contents: X-lg. vinyl gloves (5 pair) Absorbent paper towels Plastic Bags Lysol IC foam disinfectant spray (24 oz.) Band-aids (large and regular – 5 each) Gauze pads (4x4 and 2x2 – 5 each) Antiseptic towlettes (8) Gauze Rolls (2)

Spill Kits Procedures:

1. Prior to clean-up, use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed and at minimum vinyl gloves.

2. Soak up body fluid with absorbent towels3. Scrub area with soap and water and dispose of absorbent

towels4. Saturate area with Lysol IC foam spray and allow to

stand for 10 minutes5. Wipe up with absorbent towels and dispose of in a plastic

bag 6. Remove gloves (as displayed in training) and place in

bag7. Seal bag8. Dispose of plastic bag in a lined garbage can9. Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

Replenishing Spill Kits:•Submit a purchase requisition into Health Services with appropriate program number and cost center code.

Monitoring:•Kits will be checked and documented on the “Monthly Environmental Checklist.”

Now…Let’s see who can take me off successfully!