Cleaning professionals should be trained and educated in all aspects of their job. Historically janitorial staff has been depicted as background or bottom rung employees in tv and movies. However, as observed in the pandemic in 2020, the frontline cleaning staff plays an underappreciated and critical role in the health and safety of facilities. Staff who are trained and educated are professionals in their field and will be better prepared.

When thinking of interacting with bloodborne pathogens, it is most likely pictured in a healthcare facility. While this is the most common occurrence they can be encountered anywhere. For this reason all cleaning staff should be trained in the safe handling and disposal of blood and other bodily fluids regardless of their location. A staff who is prepared to handle a wide variety of situations is able to provide better service and client satisfaction.

The most important reason cleaning personnel should be educated and trained in bloodborne pathogens is for their safety and well being. Employees should not be afraid of potentially life changing diseases and illnesses resulting from them simply preforming their duties. They should be confident they have been provided with the correct training and equipment to safely complete the task and return home safely afterwards.