Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control in Hospitality Industry

What option is the best action to help protect against exposure to bloodborne pathogens in hospitality industry settings?

• Wear gloves and protective clothing

• Only wear protective clothing

• Wear a mask and protective clothing

• Wash your hands regularly

What is the appropriate response if a hospitality worker is exposed to a blood or body fluid spillage?

• Clean up the spill as quickly as possible and dispose of any items that have been contaminated

• Leave the spill alone and use bleach to sanitize the area

• Immediately report the incident to your supervisor

• Keep calm and wait for medical attention

Which of the following is not a protective measure for blood and body fluid contact?

• Wear disposable gloves

• Wear a face mask

• Wear a face shield

• Do not touch eyes, nose or mouth with bare hands

What should you do if you contaminate yourself with a bloodborne pathogen?

• Cover the wound with a bandage

• Dispose of all contaminated materials properly

• Use hand sanitizer to disinfect the area

• Immediately wash the area with soap and warm water

It is necessary to decontaminate the work area after a bloodborne pathogen exposure before cleaning it with a sanitizer.

• True

• False

Which of the following should NEVER be used to clean surfaces contaminated with bloodborne pathogens?

• Disposable wipes

• Household bleach

• Gloves

• Paper towels

Which of the following is the most effective way to remove a bloodborne pathogen?

• Hand washing

• Sanitizing solution

• Glove removal

• Protective eyewear

Which of the following is NOT recommended when cleaning surfaces contaminated with bloodborne pathogens?

• Soak the area with a disinfectant

• Use protective clothing

• Use hot water and soap

• Use scouring pads

What should hospitality workers do to prevent cuts, scrapes, and needle sticks?

• Wear gloves and long-sleeved clothing

• Wash hands thoroughly after working with bloodborne pathogens

• Cover cuts and scrapes with bandages

• Always use disposable needles when administering injections

What is the most important step that should be taken when disposing of materials contaminated with bloodborne pathogens?

• Immediately place the materials in the appropriate disposal bin or container

• Label the materials as hazardous waste

• Thoroughly wash all the contaminated materials

• Spray the materials with a disinfectant