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�Monthly Safety Training�February

Training Manager: Ronnie Allerkamp

Phone: 270-745-5403

Email: Ronnie.Allerkamp@wku.edu

Department of Facilities Management

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Agenda / Training Topics

Bloodborne Pathogens
COVID-19
Emergency Action Plan

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Bloodborne Pathogens

General

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What Are Bloodborne Pathogens?

Microorganisms present in human blood that can cause disease
Primary workplace pathogens

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
Hepatitis C virus (HCV)

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HIV and AIDS

HIV leads to AIDS
HIV attacks and depletes the human immune system
Early HIV symptoms resemble flu virus
HIV antibody test is the only way to know for sure
HIV does not survive outside the body
No cure yet

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Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)

Results in chronic liver disease, liver cancer and death
Symptoms

Jaundice, fatigue, �and abdominal pain
No appetite, nausea, �and vomiting

Vaccine is available
HBV can survive outside the body and in dried blood at least 7 days

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Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)

Most common chronic bloodborne infection
Results in chronic liver disease, liver cancer and death
Symptoms can take years to manifest

Flu-like symptoms, jaundice, dark urine, �and fatigue
Loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, �and abdominal pain

Treatment is marginally effective
Can live on surfaces and in dried blood for up to 3 weeks

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Transmission of Pathogens

Contaminated sharp objects or needles
Broken skin, including rashes
Mucous membranes

Eyes
Mouth
Nose

Slide Show Notes

Transmission of pathogens in the work environment is most likely to occur in the following ways:

First, transmission by contaminated sharp objects or needles is �the most common way if you are cut with a sharp object that is contaminated with infected blood or bodily fluids. Essentially, the contaminated blood or bodily fluid is being injected into your bloodstream through the cut. Examples of sharp objects in our environment that could be contaminated include needles, broken glass, a utility knife blade, or the edge of a sheet of metal.

Broken skin, including rashes or abrasions, can also be a point of transmission if an infected object makes contact with it.

Finally, the mucous membranes of your eyes, mouth, and nose may be points of transmission for infection. This way is unlikely but possible.

Remember, the contaminated blood or bodily fluid must make direct contact with your blood in order for transmission to occur.

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Routes of Exposure

Contact with bleeding co-worker
Contact with blood while administering �first aid
Touching a contaminated surface
Assigned to clean up blood
Contact with contaminated products or equipment in restrooms
Using a tool covered in dried blood

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Protect Yourself

Take universal precautions
Use personal protective equipment
Follow safe work practices
Get the hepatitis B vaccination
Follow decontamination and disposal procedures

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Take Universal Precautions

Treat all blood and bodily fluids as if infected
Use barrier protection to avoid contact with infected bodily fluids
Immediately clean up and decontaminate surfaces and equipment

Image Credit: OSHA

Slide Show Notes

Take Universal Precautions—this is the number one rule for preventing exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Taking universal precautions means:

Treating all blood and bodily fluids as if they are infectious for HIV, hepatitis, and other bloodborne pathogens.

Using barrier protection—gloves, masks, aprons, protective eyewear—to avoid contact with bodily fluids. Avoiding direct contact means there is no exposure.

Finally, immediately cleaning up and decontaminating surfaces and equipment that have contacted blood or bodily fluids. Decontaminate yourself, as well, by washing your hands after handling any type of bodily fluid, even if you have worn gloves. Immediately dispose of contaminated items and materials used to disinfect contaminated items.

Discuss any additional universal precautions that your company has implemented.

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Exposure Incident

Wash cuts and skin thoroughly
Rinse nose and mouth
Flush eyes with �clean water or sterile solution
Clean all contaminated surfaces
Report all incidents

Slide Show Notes

An “exposure incident” is a specific incident of contact with potentially infectious blood or OPIM. If you think you have been exposed, observe the following procedures:

First, wash any cuts and skin thoroughly with soap and water. If there was no infiltration of blood or OPIM into mucous membranes or open skin surfaces, it is not considered an occupational exposure.

Rinse your nose and mouth to remove any potential splashes of blood or OPIM.

Flush eyes with clean water or sterile solution if you were not wearing goggles or safety glasses.

Clean and decontaminate all infected surfaces.

Finally, report all incidents involving blood or other bodily fluids so that the company can determine if exposure occurred to any employee and offer post-exposure medical evaluations if necessary. After each incident, an incident investigation report should be completed. The report should include whether blood was spilled, documentation of the spill locations, who cleaned it up, and the cleanup and waste disposal methods.

Explain any special workplace-specific procedures to follow if an exposure incident occurs, including the method of reporting the incident.

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COVID-19� - REMINDER -

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SOCIAL DISTANCING

Maintain six (6) feet away from all other employees, customers, and visitors unless closer interaction is absolutely required to perform job duties (e.g., health care examinations)
If job duty requires closer contact a face mask must be worn at all times during the period of close contact

Limit gatherings to groups of ten (10) or fewer unless authorized by DFM Director
Wear face mask when in a small group
Have group gatherings outside when possible
Face to face interaction should be minimized to the greatest extent practicable: Meeting should be conducted via telephone or Internet if possible

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FACE MASK REQUIREMENTS

Everyone must wear a face mask at all times when in below situations

Cloth Mask (WKU/Sodexo provided): Must be washed daily and air dried
Cloth Mask (Personal): Must be washed daily
Disposable Mask (Work provided): Good for only one use

Notes: Masks will NOT contain any words, symbols, or logos other than those associated with Sodexo or WKU

In public areas or shared spaces within

Buildings
Vehicles
Classrooms

Within 6 feet from another person

Face Mask Types

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FACE MASK REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)

Cover Yourself

Should comfortably fit

towards the bridge of

nose

The chin doesn’t

need to be covered

but doing so helps

you get a good seal

around the mouth

Many masks will fit

snugly on the chin

Fit Matters

Should fit just tight

enough to prevent

frequent repositioning

Should fit firmly

but be comfy

against skin

There can be slight gaps

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Mask Reminder

Make sure your mask meets CDC Guidelines!

Ensure your mask:

Fits properly
Has 2-3 layers of fabric
Is made of a tightly woven, breathable material

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Keep your vision clear!

Be aware of how wearing a mask affects your vision
If your peripheral or lower vision is impared, physically turn your head down or side-to-side to view your surroundings.
If your mask is causing your glasses to fog, use the Defogging Spray available in the Stock Room.

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HAND WASHING / SANITIZING REMINDER

Hand Washing

Hand Sanitizing

Palm to Palm

Between fingers

Back of hands

Base of thumbs

Back of fingers

Fingernails

Wrists

Rinse and wipe dry (turn off water with paper towel

Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds

Apply the product on the palm of one hand

Rub hands together

Cover all surfaces until hands feel dry (20 sec)

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HEALTH CHECK SCREENING QUESTIONS

ALL EMPLOYEES MUST ANSWER THE BELOW QUESTIONS PRIOR TO REPORTING TO WORK. CALL OFF IF ANY ANSWER BELOW IS “YES” USING NORMAL CALL OFF PROCEDURES

Have you had any of the following COVID-19 symptoms since your last day at work or the last time you were here?

A fever (Temperature above 100.3 F)
A New Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Chills or repeated shaking with chills
New Muscle pain or headache
Sore throat
New loss of taste or smell
Gastrointestinal symptoms (i.e. diarrhea, vomiting, etc.)

Is there anyone in your household that is showing COVID-19 symptoms or who has been diagnosed with COVID-19?

Have you been in close contact with anyone that tested positive for COVID or exhibiting signs or symptoms of fever, persistent cough or shortness of breath consistent with COVID-19 who has not been tested or is still awaiting testing?

If yes, was the person running a fever of 100.4 or greater, coughing, and/or experiencing shortness of breath?
If yes, was the person a household member, intimate partner, or an individual you had close contact with for a prolonged period of time without following social distancing protocols or wearing a mask?

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COVID Positive or Exposed to COVID

Sodexo and Temp Employees

Contact DFM Safety Manager, Tim Salloum, at 270-745-5403

Call within 4 hours of receiving test results or being informed of being identified of exposure
Leave a message with Name and Call back number if no answer
Stay home until receiving clearance from DFM Safety Manager

WKU Employees

Contact WKU Assistance Line at 270-745-2019

Call within 4 hours of receiving test results or being informed of being identified of exposure
Stay home until receiving clearance from WKU Assistance Line

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Emergency Action Plan

Agenda

Building Evacuation
Fire / Explosion / Smoke
Tornado / Severe Weather
Earthquake

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Building Evacuation

Evacuation Routes are posted throughout building
Alert Others
Shut down equipment if it presents hazards if unattended
Take coat/jacket, purse/wallet, keys, cell phone with you
Help those needing assistance

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Building Evacuation

Continued

Close your door (Do not take extra time to lock)
Proceed to nearest exit. Walk (Do not run) / Do not use Elevators
Once outside find the primary assembly area
Don’t re-enter the building until “all clear” is given

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Fire / Explosion / Smoke

Alert others
Confine the fire if possible
Use Fire Extinguisher (For Small Fires)
Pull Fire Alarm if not yet sounded for bigger uncontained Fires
Use fire escape routes

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Fire / Explosion / Smoke

Continued

Don’t enter smoke filled rooms
Feel doors for heat (Do not open doors that are warm)
Kneel as low as possible before entering a room
Call WKU Police Department at 911 to report the fire
Once outside find the primary assembly area
Don’t re-enter the building until “all clear” is given

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Tornado / Severe Weather

Tornado Warning issued:

Relocate to designated tornado shelter (Basement)
Take keys, jackets, cell phones with you
Do not use elevators
Avoid glass windows
Sit on floor of the shelter covering upper body and head with a jacket or heavy cloth

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Tornado / Severe Weather

Continued

Tornado Warning issued:

Wait for “all clear” to be given
May be necessary to evacuate depending on damage

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Earthquake

During Earthquake:

Take cover under a sturdy desk or table
Stay away from exterior walls and windows
Protect head and neck
Do not go outside until shaking stops
If already outside find an open space
Stay calm

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Earthquake

Continued

After Earthquake:

Be prepared for aftershocks
Move cautiously
Do not use elevators
Do not use matches or candles
Open Windows and leave immediately
Go to the assembly area and wait for “all clear”

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Check on Learning

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QUESTIONS can be emailed to

Ronnie.Allerkamp@wku.edu