This BETCO video really shows the importance of cleaning employees and staff being knowledgeable in how bloodborne pathogens and disease are spread. In the cleaning industry there are many situations where we find ourselves potentially coming in contact with bloodborne pathogens. Using extreme precautions can prevent illness or loss of life. The goal should always be to eliminate or reduce exposure. How can this be done?

1. Follow Universal Precautions
2. Wear PPE
3. Clean and disinfect the area
4. Notify physician

When employees and staff are educated on what bloodborne pathogens are, it helps in reducing exposure and the spread of HPV, HIV and other diseases in the workplace. Focusing on OSHA's guidelines as well as the precautions from the CDC is the best defense to control exposure and keep the workforce healthy. 

Additional resources for cleaning employees and staff include your facility's written exposure control plan (which should be reviewed and kept up to date) as well as at www.osha.gov, or a local OSHA office.