This is a training ppt used for Initial Flight Attendant Training both commercial and corporate.

1. Flight Attendant
Training
Day 9
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2. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Blood-borne diseases have always been
a serious concern
 Two diseases cause most of the problems.
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3. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Hepatitis B has been the longest –
 Most prevalent form of hepatitis
 Infects over 70,000 people annually
 Has over one million carriers in the USA
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4. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Over three million people carry the Hepatitis C virus.
 BUT…HIV is the most publicized bloodborne disease
 HIV can lead to AIDS
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5. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 In 1991 OSHA passed a bloodborne pathogens
regulation.
 Employers are required to need certain regulations to
keep employees from becoming infected.
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6. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 BLOOD – is used to mean human blood, its
components or products made from human blood.
 BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS – refers to micro-
organisms present in blood which can cause a disease
such as HIV, HBV or HCV.
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7. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Other potentially infectious materials
 Human body substances
 Contaminated body materials
 Human tissues and organs
 HIV and HBV cultures
 Infected experimental animals
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8. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Unbroken skin forms an impervious barrier against
bloodborne pathogens. However, infected blood can
enter your system through:
 Open sores
 Cuts
 Abrasions
 Acne
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9. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Any sort of damaged or broken skin such as sunburn or
blisters
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10. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Bloodborne pathogens may also be transmitted
through the mucous membranes of the
 Eyes
 Nose 100%
 Mouth
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11. BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
 Contaminated means having infectious materials.
 Standard Precautions means approaching all human
blood and other body fluids as if they contain
bloodborne pathogens.
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12. Hand Washing
 Insert hand washing video
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13. HIV
 Human Immunodeficiency Virus is the most deadly
bloodborne disease in the United States.
 There is no known cure.
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14. HIV
 Many times people who become infected with HIV
exhibit symptoms quickly.
 Most people with HIV eventually develop AIDS.
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15. Hepatitis
 Jaundice is the most recognizable symptom
 Hepatitis attacks the liver.
 You should report any exposure incident.
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16. Labeling
 Infectious materials must be labeled.
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17. Disposal
 Use latex gloves when dealing with blood, injuries and
air sick bags.
 Dispose in a red BioHazard disposal bag
 Place in trash container in lavatory
 On landing advise ground staff you have a BioHazard
bag.
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18. Glove Removal
 Insert glove removal video
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19. Air Sick Bags
 There are instances when passengers leave the air sick
bag in the seat pocket or under the seat. Be aware.
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20. Diapers
 The same can hold true for diapers.
 People tend to leave them in the seat pocket
 Or attempt to flush them in the toilet
 Or even give them to you to discard.
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21. Diapers
 A suggestion is to provide the parent with extra sick
bags and ask that they place the used diaper in the sick
bag.
 While a diaper generally is not a Biohazard, handle it
as such.
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22. Sharps Disposal
 The aircraft will have a sharps disposal kit on board.
This is to be used for disposal of needles.
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23. Accidents Involving Infectious Materials Can Happen
 If you are exposed:
 Wash the area with soap and water.
 Notify the Lead Flight Attendant
 Notify the PIC
 Complete the appropriate report
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24. Steps Will Be Taken If You Are Exposed
 XXXXXX Air will provide a written description of the
exposure
 Your blood may be tested for HIV, HCV and HBV.
 You may be requested to see a doctor.
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25. Remember…
 Exposure to BBP’s can be greatly reduced by following
the rules.
 Gloves should always be used when dealing with body
fluids.
 Hand washing is critical.
 Follow Company policy on possible testing.
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26. Self Quiz
 Which are the two most prevalent bloodborne diseases
in the US?
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27. Answer
 Hepatitis B and HIV
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28. Question
 Vaccines do exist that can prevent infection from
Hepatitis C and HIV.
 True or False
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29. Answer
 False
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30. Question
 What is the most important personal hygiene practice
for preventing infection from BBP’s?
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31. Answer
 Hand washing
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32. Question
 Latex gloves may be reused after an exposure incident.
 True or False
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33. Answer
 False
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