Bloodborne Pathogens

Question 1

How are non disposable equipment handled when body fluids have been spilled

Answer 1

All body fluids shall be removed by absorbent materials
Area cleaned with hospital grade disinfect
All materials contaminated with body fluid will red bagged

Question 2

When notified that a member has been exposed, supervisor shall:

Answer 2

1. Ensure medical attention is provided
2. Make inciden report to the CU
3. Notify the District CO
4. Notify the DO
5. Prepare the Workers Compensation Package and Dept. Incident Report

Question 3

What is the role of the DO

Answer 3

1. Ensure the exposed member receives evaluation
2. Have the member tested for HBV and HIV
3. Assist the member completing the Emergency Response Employee Form
4. Ensure PPE is readily available at each District

Question 4

Disclosure of infectious diseases is mandated within how many hours of receipt of written request for information?

Answer 4

48 hrs

Question 5

Who shall be the Designated Infectious Disease Officer?

Answer 5

The Department Safety Officer

Question 6

Who shall maintain an adequate supply of biohazard labels ?

Answer 6

District CO shall coordinate with CO of Operations Support