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Knowledge of Bloodborne Pathogens

24 Jun 2020 12:41 PM | Deleted user

In today's current conditions, it is important all cleaning services are well trained and equipped. The knowledge of bloodborne pathogens and handling bodily fluids can save someones life. Proper cleaning and disposal techniques is vital for everyone's safety. 

With the current pandemic looming over us all, proper sanitation and disinfectants are a must. To achieve the proper clean one must first know how to handle the dirty. Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that cause diseases like HIV or Hep B. These types of diseases are spread through micro organisms coming in contact with mucus membranes. For cleaners without the proper PPE exposure is imminent.

Cleaners must treat there cleaning as if everything has the potential to expose them to pathogens. Approaching every job with proper ppe such as face covers or shields, clothing or aprons, and gloves. Handling body fluids with correct safety measures and disposing them as well. The knowledge to handle such jobs can and will save someone's life

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