1. Employees are able to avoid exposure of bloodborne pathogens hence ensuring their safety. This is easily done by employees wearing Personal Protective Equipment that usually covers the body parts that come into close contact with potential hazards.

2. Employees are able to know what to do when exposed to bloodborne pathogens. E.g., when an employee is exposed to a SHARP/ blood, the employee is able to know immediately he/she should wash the exposed area with clean running water and soap, then apply a disinfectant before seeking further medical attention.

3. To identify employees who are at risk of bloodborne pathogens. An employee infected with HIV is able to know the importance of taking extra care when dealing with infectious waste materials because he/ she is more prone to infection due to his/ her immunity being low.