BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE

1. Exposure involving MOUTH or EYES: should be flushed with water for at least 15 minutes.
2. Exposure involving a CUT, ABRASION, or PUNCTURE to the SKIN: the area will be washed with copious amounts of soap and water for 15 minutes.
3. All exposure incidents should be reported immediately to the exposed employee’s supervisor by telephone, Worker's Compensation and Risk Management and Safety. A “Report of Occupational Exposure to Blood and OPIM” form should be completed as part of the post-exposure evaluation and prophylaxis.

The time to become familiar with emergency procedures is BEFORE an emergency situation occurs.