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RCSD Bloodborne Pathogen Protection Program

This program, presented by Suzanne Wheatcraft, will provide definitions, exposure control methods, and compliance strategies for protecting against bloodborne pathogens. Topics include bodily fluids, pathways of infection, and the importance of clean hands. The program also covers potentially hazardous duties and the RCSD's written plan for exposure control. High-risk employees and protocols for when exposure occurs are addressed, as well as pre-exposure vaccination series and compliance methods.

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RCSD Bloodborne Pathogen Protection Program

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  1. RCSD Bloodborne Pathogen Protection Program Presented by Suzanne Wheatcraft, MS, CPG Director of School Environmental Health & Safety

  2. Bloodborne Pathogen Protection for RCSD Teachers and Staff • Definitions • Exposure Control • Methods of Compliance

  3. Definitions - Bodily Fluids • Blood • Saliva containing blood • Semen • Vaginal secretions • Any body fluid which can contain blood *

  4. Definitions - Pathways of Infection • Skin • Eyes • Mucous membranes • Other mechanisms of fluid transfer • Body opening where blood is present --------Eyes Mucous Membrane Inhalation & Ingestion ---------Broken Skin

  5. Infection depends on... Wash often to prevent exposure!!!! • Virulence of the agent (it’s ability to overcome body defenses) • Route of infection & • Relative immunity of the host Clean Hands #1 Defense

  6. Bloodborne Pathogens • Microorganisms that may be in blood or body fluids and are • Capable of causing disease in human beings • HIV & HBV viruses most frequently associated with occupational infections

  7. Potentially Hazardous Duties • Body contact when moving students in/ out of wheelchairs. • Body fluid clean-up. • Contact with students bleeding. • Physically helping developmentally disabled students. • Personal hygiene assistance. • Others?

  8. Exposure Control - Written Plan • Defines safe practices - UniversalPrecautions • Restricts the possibility of transmission of fluids from pathogen vectors to others Exposure Control Plan of the RCSD

  9. Universal Precautions • Treat all blood and body fluids as infectious • Wear protective clothing - Gloves • Wash often • Disinfect Surfaces • Use paper towels • Attend training Don’t get caught, follow Universal Precautions!!!!

  10. Teachers and Paras in daycare, preschool and other programs involving the education of developmentally disabled Phys. Ed. staff Nursing Teachers Home/Hospital Teachers School Sentries District Security All Custodial Staff Exposure Control - Evaluate High Risk Employees

  11. Exposure Control - When Exposure Occurs • Make the hepatitis B vaccination series available • A licensed physician evaluates all exposed employees • Provide laboratory testing of exposed employees for possibility of infection

  12. Exposure Control - Pre-exposure Vaccine Series What is my risk? Do I need the vaccine? What are the side effects? What does my Doctor recommend?

  13. Methods of Compliance • Determine engineering and work practice controls to prevent accidental exposure to blood borne pathogens. Use often and know the location of the closest washing facility. Wear latex gloves. Use a disinfectant such as Spectrum R-T-U.

  14. The health of our Schools and Employees is important to Us Call Suzanne Wheatcraft at 336-4005 with questions about the District’s infection control plan

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