Managing Blood and Body Fluid Spillages

This course is designed to give delegates the knowledge and understanding of how to deal and manage blood or body fluid spillages. Delegates will learn how to utilise best practice guidelines relating to Infection Prevention and Control and how to correctly use a spillage kit.

DURATION

6 hours

SYLLABUS

• What is a Biohazard
• Legislation and Regulations
• Risk assessments
• Biohazards within the workplace
• Effective decontamination
• Safe disposal
• Surveillance and audit
• Practical demonstrations
• Summary and evaluation

The practical activities will allow delegates to practice the skills necessary to safely and effectively manage biohazard incidents within a controlled environment.