It is important to understand the risks of bloodborne pathogens. Having the training and knowledge of how to properly handle bloodborne pathogens is a very important part of cleaning and should always be handled properly by cleaning staff and employees.

Just like healthcare workers cleaning service employees come in contact with these situations more often than most. You will need to use the proper Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, eye protection, and masks. That's why it is important to understand the risks. By taking precautions you should treat all blood and bodily fluids as if they were infectious.

Knowing how to use universal precautions. Disposing of sharp objects in the proper bin. Knowing what to do if you are stuck by a needle, sharp object or get blood or other potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on broken skin.  Not knowing how to handle bloodborne pathogens could be detrimental to the employee and staff’s health.