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the importance of cleaning employees & staff knowing about bloodborne pathogens

19 Jan 2024 1:29 AM | Odon Contreras

A pivotal goal of any cleaning service/employee is maintaining a safe and healthy workplace environment. To that end, one crucial part of the janitorial/cleaning industry procedures is the attainment of knowledge regarding bloodborne pathogens, which are infectious microorganisms found in blood or other bodily fluids that can cause life-threatening diseases. Cleaning services/ employees and their informing on bloodborne pathogens plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace environment.

Primarily, knowledge regarding bloodborne pathogens plays a vital role in employees' safety and preventing disease from spreading among workers. One aspect of cleaning is coming into contact with potentially contaminated surfaces or objects. Knowledge regarding the hazards of bloodborne pathogens and how to prevent infection equips workers with the know-how to take adequate safety measures. Thus, with this knowledge, cleaning employees can take active measures such as wearing gloves, masks, and other safety gear to prevent infection and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Subsequently, the knowledge regarding bloodborne pathogens in relation to cleaning also plays a legal aspect. This being in the sense that various organizations such as OSHA, as well as local, state, and federal statutes, specify regulations and procedures that must be followed by cleaning personnel regarding the handling of bloodborne pathogens. Thus, having cleaning workers informed about bloodborne pathogens allows them to follow health and safety regulations.

To conclude, the importance of cleaning personnel being informed about bloodborne pathogens cannot be overstated. It helps maintain a safe and healthy work environment and allows companies/employees to follow health and safety regulations.


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