Biohazard and Infection Control

Course Overview:

This course is intended to give useful practical advice regarding the risks of biohazard and infection control in the workplace.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course the delegate will be able to:

• Help ensure the health, safety and welfare of those they work with
• Have better understanding of what biohazards and infection control might be present in their workplace

Course Content:

Assessment of Risk Exposure to:

• Blood Borne Viruses - Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, H.I.V
• Bacterial Infections- S. Aureus, MRSA, C. Difficile, Tetanus
• Signs and Symptoms of Infection
• Clinical Waste
• Cross Infection
• Universal Precautions
• Hand Washing
• Cleaning
• PPE
• Needle Stick Injuries
• Safe disposal of sharps
• Infection control during a First Aid Incident

There is no formal test. This is an awareness course so delegates will be assessed throughout the training.

Duration: Half Day