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6.2    Bloodborne Pathogen Spill

A bloodborne pathogen (BBP) spill is: blood, any bodily fluid, or potentially infectious material that would create a concern for public health.

• Alert all personnel in the immediate area of the spill
• Isolate the area and contain the spill if possible
• Call Suffolk University Police Department (SUPD) at (617) 573-8111 or extension 8111
• Tend to the Only tend to injured person(s) if properly trained. Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) if responding to a BBP incident
• Contact the Office of Environmental Health & Safety Call SUPD at (617) 573-8111 8628 or (617) 570-4849
• SUPD will alert ABM or the Office of Environmental Health & Safety will notify a contractor to clean up the spill and , as well as other departments or resources if needed
• ABM will properly dispose of bloodborne material
• Contact the Office of Environmental Health & Safety at (617) 570-4849 or (617)573-8628.
  

6.2.1  Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Incident

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Exposure Incident

• Anyone having an exposure to a biological, blood borne or body fluid should vigorously wash the exposed area with soap and water for several minutes

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• Employees who are involved in an exposure incident to BBP should report it immediately to SUPD by calling (617) 573-8111 or extension 8111.   A report will be filed .  First Aid and first aid will be provided .as necessary
• Anyone involved in a BBP an exposure should wash any BBP material off of the body and clean area with soap and water.Anyone involved in a BBP exposure should incident should seek medical treatment if they have a concern that the exposure is a concern for their well being.may affect their health
• Students who are involved in an exposure incident should report immediately to Health Services.are encouraged to report the incident to the Office of Health & Wellness Services
• All exposures must be reported to the Office of Environmental Health & Safety at (617) 573-8628 or (617) 570-4849