There are many deadly disease causing germs in the air that we breathe, the water that we drink and the things that we handle. In spite of being very careful, there is always a way microbes can enter our bloodstream. Bloodborne pathogens causing diseases like Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV can enter the body through infected blood and body fluids. Those who are required to work with human secretions, or those who may have to work with human bodies or those who may be in contact with blood and body fluids, knowingly or unknowingly, they are all at a risk of contracting these dangerous bloodborne pathogens.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), under the Department of Health makes it mandatory for all those in the health care sector to undergo the bloodborne pathogen training compulsorily. Apart from the doctors, nurses and paramedics and others in the health care industry, the support staff is also required to be trained. Here is a list of people who are required to be trained in the course.

– People working in the health care sector

Doctors, nurses, physicians, paramedics and all those directly working with the human body and body fluids are at a great risk. They have to maintain the highest level of caution and care while dealing with patients for they are responsible for their own lives, their patients and other patients and their families.

– People working as support staff in the health care sector

Janitors, blood bank personnel, laboratory personnel and all those who are the backbone of hospitals and other medical institutions also come in contact with the body fluids. It is very important for them to understand all about hazardous waste, how to dispose it off without causing any accidents and how to handle accidental exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Those with jobs in the police department, investigators, police and morgues also need to have this training.

– People working with sharp objects

Artisans, carpenters, chefs, skilled persons, they are all required to work with sharp instruments. A sound knowledge and training about bloodborne pathogens is very useful. Students who work in Life Sciences laboratories can also benefit from this training.

– People working with the waste disposal system

Janitors and cleaners who clean restrooms, clear the garbage from the bins, and disinfect the toilets are at a major risk of contracting bloodborne pathogens. Extra caution must be exercised in the women’s toilets for infected menstrual blood can be very dangerous. Those working in the waste disposal industry and are involved with handling discarded medical waste, glass and scrapes also need to be very cautious.

– People working in the heavy industry

Car mechanics, electricians, mechanics, tow truck operators should undergo the training for their work involves heavy engineering which may cause occasional injuries.

Training and learning all about bloodborne pathogens will only help increase caution and awareness amongst those doing their jobs. Knowingly or unknowingly, it is very possible to spread the pathogens and endangering lives. Only proper training and knowledge can help prevent the spread.

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