Bodily spillages - awareness
This course covers the main hazards associated with bodily spillages, including hazards from the actual spillages and from equipment and products that might be used to clear up and decontaminate the area.
An essential course for healthcare workers or anyone that might face the issue of clearing up bodilly spillages, or those staff that require an awarenss of these essential processes.
The course would suit people working across a number of sectors in a facilities management environment.
Outline and content
This 1 day course covers the safe processes associated with the recommended 5-step process, when managing bodily spillages:
- Blocking off the area
- Safety equipment and protective clothing
- First clean
- Second clean and the use of cleaning products and equipment
- Disposal of contaminated materials
Learning outcomes
- Understand the health hazards involved with bodily spillages.
- Learn about hazards associated with cleaning product.
- Understand the five-step process for managing bodily spillages safely.
- Including cleaning and housekeeping processes.
- Know the type of protective equipment required when dealing with bodily spillages.
- Be able to implement safe procedures when managing bodily spillages.
- Manage safe storage of equipment.
Prerequisites
None.
Course length
1 day.
Recommended numbers
Up to 12.
Assessment
Continual course assessment and practical scenarios.
Certification
International Workplace certificate of attendance.