What steps should be followed in case of blood spill?
Blood Spill ProceduresBlood spills or other human body fluids that occur inside or in the outside environment need to be decontaminated to prevent the potential transmission of communicable disease. The circumstances associated with blood spills can obviously vary greatly depending on the volume and type of contact surface. A small amount of blood, if splashed, can cover a large surface area. A large volume, if undisturbed on a flat surface, can pool in a relatively small area. Because of the unpredictable nature of spills and the various volumes, each incident must be evaluated by a designated and trained individual (i.e. REM, Building Service Supervisor, PUFD personnel, or a PUPD detective or investigator). Show
Indoor spills can either be cleaned by in-house service staff, or Building Services can be contacted to dispatch a clean-up crew. Outdoor spills can also be handled by in-house staff, Building Services, or in cases of large volume spills (accidents), the PUFD. After consultation with REM, assigned individuals from these areas will be authorized to contact an outside vendor in the event of a major spill. Note: blood spill clean-up procedures should only be utilized by employees who are current with their annual Bloodborne Pathogen Training.
DefinitionsSmall Spill: A volume that is easily managed with a minimal amount of decontamination equipment and materials. Large Spill: A volume that would require more than one person, large amounts of decontamination equipment and material, and/or contamination of objects that would prove difficult to decontaminate, i.e., rugs, mattresses, furniture, electronic gear. Major Spill: Large amounts of blood and/or tissue (usually as a result of a homicide or suicide). Micro-encapsulation Absorbent: A dry material that rapidly converts a liquid into a solid. This material greatly simplifies blood spill clean-up and can be obtained through any lab safety vendor. Blood Spills Inside BuildingsSmall and Large Indoor SpillsResponse Team: Building Services or Trained In-House Staff
Note: Inspect the blood spill area closely, making sure that there is nothing missed and that the clean-up process is complete. Outdoor Clean-up ProcedureSmall Outdoor SpillsResponse Team: Building Services, Fire Department, or Trained In-House Staff
Large Outdoor SpillsResponse Team: Fire Department
Note: Inspect the blood spill area closely making sure that there is nothing missed and that the clean-up process is complete. Outside Vendors Available for Major Spills Indoors or OutdoorsIn the event of a major spill and after consultation with REM, assigned individuals from either Building Services, PUPD, and/or the PUFD will be authorized to contact an outside vendor. For a list of potential vendors available to decontaminate major blood and body fluid spills associated with suicide/homicide situations contact REM. Blood Spill Clean-upSuggested Clean-up Kit
Clean-up Materials
ContactsRobert Golden (Biosafety
Officer) Eric Butt (REM Director) Campus Safety ContactsIf you see something, say something. Purdue Police Purdue Fire REPORT A SAFETY CONCERN Sign up for Emergency Text Messages Do you want to recognize one of our staff for a job well done? Nominate the staff member(s) for a Bravo Award here! What four 4 steps should be followed to manage spills of blood or body fluid?Remove as much of the spill as possible with a paper towel. Clean area with warm water and detergent, using a disposable cleaning cloth or sponge. The area should be left clean and dry. Disinfect the area with a solution of household bleach, diluted according to the manufacturer's instructions.
What are the 5 steps to safely manage a blood and body fluid spillage?Absorb the spill using paper towels. Remove paper towels and discard into clinical waste bag. Disinfect area using prepared Haz Tab 1,000 ppm/Peracide • Discard the mop into clinical waste bag. Clean the area with neutral detergent and water.
What is the first step you must take when a blood spill occurs?Put on disposable gloves. Wipe up the spill as much as possible with paper towel or other absorbent material. Gently pour bleach solution – 1 part bleach to 9 parts water – onto all contaminated areas. Let bleach solution remain on contaminated area for 20 minutes and then wipe up remaining bleach solution.
What is the 3 step procedure for cleaning up a blood spill?Absorbent (paper towels, diatomaceous earth or other solid absorbent). Procedure for Spills on Hard, non-porous surfaces: Cleanup and decontamination is a 3 step process requiring proper personal protection equipment, removal of gross filth (visible material), followed by disinfection of surface.
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