CBRF Standard Precautions Training
Developed by:University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Center for Career Development (CCDET)
Approved by:Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Division of Quality Assurance Bureau of Assisted LivingMarch 2010
CBRF Standard Precautions Training
It’s the Law!Wisconsin State StatutesWisconsin Administrative Code OSHA Requirements
Learning Points
Learn about standard precautions and why they are important in your work
Understand how bloodborne diseases and other communicable diseases spread from person to person
Learn how to prevent the spread of communicable diseases
Learn what to do during and after an exposure incident
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Bloodborne Pathogens
Bloodborne diseases HIV AIDS Hepatitis B Hepatitis C
Bloodborne pathogens Spread from person to person Spread through contact with blood or other
body fluids Can result in serious illness and death
Hand Hygiene
Activity: Practice Hand Hygiene Techniques Hand rub
Apply to palm of one hand Rub hands together until dry Use enough rub to take at least 15 seconds to dry
Hand washing (soap and water) Wet hands with water Apply soap Rub hands together for at least 15 seconds Rinse hands under water Dry hands with a disposable towel Use the towel to turn off faucet
The CDC’s hand hygiene video is located at http://www.cdc.gov/handhygiene/training/interactiveEducation/
Biohazard Warning Labels
Biohazard warning labels are required on:
Containers of regulated wasteRefrigerators and freezers containing blood or other
body fluidsOther containers used to store, transport, or ship blood
or other potentially infectious materials
Red bags or containers may be substituted for labels
Personal Protective Equipment
Some examples:
GlovesGownMaskEye protection
Activity: Removing Gloves
Grasp outside edge near wrist Peel way from hand, turning glove
inside out Hold in opposite gloved hand Slide ungloved finger under wrist of
remaining glove Peel off from inside, creating a bag for
both gloves Discard
Infectious Materials
Specimens Samples of blood or other body fluids
Regulated waste Bandages or tissues Contaminated sharps Lab waste
Sharps Needles Scalpels
Food Service
Bringing food into the buildingPreparing foodServing meals to residentsCleaning up after mealsWashing dishesDisposing of waste
What’s your role?
Housekeeping
Cleaning surfaces in residents’ roomsDisinfecting items used to care for
residents Taking away trash or other soiled itemsCleaning common areas
Keeping it clean
Laundry
Removing soiled items from residents’ rooms
Washing and drying bedding, towels and clothing
Replacing bedding, towels and clothing for residents
What’s involved?
Exposure Incident
Wash exposed area with soap and waterFlush splashes to nose, mouth or skin with
waterIrrigate eyes with water or salineReport the exposureIf necessary, see a healthcare professional
Be prepared!
Post Exposure Plan
Notify your supervisorDocument the exposure incidentExplain what happenedTest blood or other body fluids for infectious
materialParticipate in risk counselingHelp plan to eliminate future exposures
Follow your CBRF’s post exposure plan
Learning Points Review
Learn about standard precautions and why they are important in your work
Understand how bloodborne diseases and other communicable diseases spread from person to person
Learn how to prevent the spread of communicable diseases
Learn what to do during and after an exposure incident
Here’s what we covered:
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