An exposure is any
contact between one person's blood or body fluids with the broken skin
or mucous membranes of another person through a needle stick, puncture
wound, bite, or prolonged exposure to a large volume of blood.
If an Exposure Occurs
- Wash hands or exposed skin immediately with soap and water.
- Flush eyes or other exposed mucous membranes with running water.
- Report incident immediately to your principal, or supervisor.
- Contact a School Nurse.
Important Note for Employees
If the employee cannot contact their principal, or supervisor, he or she should contact a School Nurse directly
To Protect Yourself
- Avoid direct contact with blood or body fluids.
- Wear gloves if blood or body fluids are present.
- Wash hands after using gloves.