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Title: Lexington School District 2 Substitute Teacher ReactivationTraining


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Lexington School District 2 Substitute Teacher
ReactivationTraining
  • Blood Borne Pathogens Plan

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Purpose
  • The purpose of the Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure
    Plan of Lexington School District 2 is to
    eliminate or minimize employee occupational
    exposure and comply with OSHA Blood Borne
    Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030.

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Who is at risk of being exposed to blood borne
pathogens?
  • Children are not immune to infections.
  • Teachers and staff interacting with students may
    be more likely to come in contact with blood,
    bodily fluids or other potentially infectious
    materials.

4
Transmitted Through Body Fluids
  • Many diseases are transmitted through blood borne
    pathogens
  • HIV destroys the bodys immune system.
  • Hepatitis B (JBV)
  • Hepatitis C (HCV) liver inflammation

5
How are pathogens transmitted?
  • There are many opportunities for pathogens to be
    transmitted
  • blood, semen, mucus, vaginal secretions and
    other human secretions.

6
Pathogens Enter the Body Directly and Indirectly
  • Open cuts
  • Skin abrasions
  • Mucus membranes (the nose)
  • Skin irritations
  • Acne

7
Dangerous Objects
  • Scissors
  • Art supplies
  • Rulers
  • Staple removers
  • Sports equipment
  • Eating utensils
  • Shop equipment

8
Exposure Control Is the Key
  • Reduce the risk of exposure.
  • Always use personal protective gear such as
    gloves and masks.
  • If exposed, immediately wash the exposed area
    thoroughly with antibacterial soap.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use
    antiseptic wipes and wash later.

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Be Preventive Minded
  • To be safe and keep others safe, always wear
    personal protective equipment and take preventive
    measures.
  • HIV, HBV or HCV can only be detected by blood
    tests.
  • To date there is no cure for HIV.
  • There is a vaccine for HBV.

10
Everyone
  • Everyone is a potential carrier of blood borne
    pathogens.
  • And, everyone must recognize the dangers and take
    precautions.

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Further Precautions
  • Carry disposable plastic gloves in your school
    bag.
  • Pack antiseptic towels in your school bag.
  • If you have been exposed to bodily fluids, do not
    handle contact lens, apply make up or brush your
    teeth until you have washed with antiseptic soap
    and water.
  • Never store food or drinks anywhere near
    hazardous materials (body fluids).

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Likelihood of Exposure
  • No one is immune.
  • Some students and adults are more vulnerable.
  • Therefore, some jobs have a greater likelihood of
    exposure.
  • School health nurses, CPR/First Aid Responders
  • Special education teachers/teacher assistants
  • Bus drivers for handicapped students
  • Elementary school teachers/teacher assistants
  • Coaches, trainers, PE teachers
  • Principals, assistant principals, student
    services coordinators
  • Secretaries
  • Custodians

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The Best Protection
  • Always use protective equipment that is in good
    condition.
  • Never share gloves or face masks.
  • Never use equipment that has been contaminated by
    hazardous materials or body fluids.
  • Never re-use protective equipment.
  • Immediately wash surfaces and skin after exposure.

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Disposal
  • Custodial staff normally disposes of hazardous
    materials.
  • If they are not available, handle it with
    protective gloves or tools.
  • Use proper containers, such as bio hazard
    containers for needles, scissors, gloves, or
    clothing.

15
Dont Panic
  • Wash exposed area with soap and water
    immediately.
  • If eyes are exposed, flush them with warm water.
  • Exposure does not automatically mean infection or
    disease.

16
Report It
  • Immediately report exposure to school
    administrators.
  • Make your own personal notes of the date and
    extent of exposure.

17
Everyones Responsibility
  • Maintaining a safe, healthy workplace is
    everyones responsibility.

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Acknowledgment Form
I have read and understand the Blood Borne
Pathogens module. Signature______________________
___ Date____________
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