The importance of this training is to protect our staff  from coming in contact life threatening microorganisms. All bodily fluids should be considered infectious. Universal precautions should be taken at all times. We are exposed to many risk as cleaners when handling and disposing of trash, we clean up many spills and accidents. Hepatitis B can live on a surface for up to seven days. Knowing the proper procedure and steps for handling potentially infectious body fluids and knowing the potential risks to look out for reduces risks and saves lives. knowing your companies bloodborne pathogen policy and exposure control policy greatly reduces the spread of infectious diseases and increases staff safety.