Microorganisms that will cause illness or disease in the human body.
What are bloodborne pathogens?
100
This is done immediately if you were exposed with any biological material.
What is wash with soap and water and notify supervisor?
100
One of the most important ways to prevent transmission of bloodborne pathogens.
What is handwashing?
100
A 1:10 mixture of this solution can be used for decontamination.
What is bleach?
100
Request a hazardous waste pickup.
What should you do after cleanup?
200
Form of Hepatitis which there is a vaccination.
What is Hepatitis B?
200
This form needs to be completed if there is an exposure, injury or illness that is work related.
What is an incident report form?
200
Used to protect hands from an exposure and should be worn during clean-up.
What are gloves?
200
You will find a gown, gloves, safety glasses, cleanup materials, a biohazard bag, and proper signage here.
What is in the Biological Spill Kit?
200
The federal agency that has developed the Bloodborne Pathogens standards.
What is OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)?
300
3 Common bloodborne pathogens.
What is HIV, Hep B, & Hep C?
300
Call 911.
If calling from a cellphone, be sure to say you are calling from ASU campus and give the proper street address.
What should you do in case of a medical emergency?
300
An approach to treat all human blood and bodily fluids as if they are infectious.
What is universal precautions?
300
Drop off at ASU Health Services desks or contact EHS
How can you dispose of the filled sharps containers?.
300
It is a document that describes safe procedures and steps to take in case of exposure.
What is the ASU exposure control plan?
400
Hepatitis attacks this organ.
What is the liver?
400
Supervisor and EHS.
Who do you contact in case of a biological spill/exposure?
400
Use a towel or a shirt to create a barrier if gloves are not available.
What can you use to protect yourself while helping someone who is bleeding?
400
Be aware of potential dangers and protect yourself at all time.
What is the most important thing to prevent potential exposures?
400
A leak-proof, puncture-proof, sealable container labeled with the biohazard symbol.
What is an appropriate sharps container?
500
This virus leads to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). It depletes the immune system and does not survive well outside of the body.
What is HIV - Human Immunodeficiency Virus?
500
The number of exposures it takes to become infected with HIV, Hepatitis B or C virus.
What is one?
500
Do not share hygiene products or kitchen tools; do not walk in showers barefoot.
What is prevention of potential exposures in common areas?
500
Don't touch it, keep others away, call EHS
What to do if you find a blood or OPIM spill?
500
Puncture wounds, infectious material coming in contact with open areas on skin, and infectious materials contacting mucous membranes of eyes, nose and mouth.
What are ways for bloodborne pathogens to be transmitted?