It is important to know about bloodborne pathogens because if exposed, it can cause diseases such as HBV, and HIV. You also can learn to protect yourself and others when working with infected people or fluids. As a cleaning company we have to be well aware of what we are up against, the best Offense is Defense, and you have to be able to know everything about the subject to create a defense mechanism.

Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms found in human blood that can cause disease in humans, the primary infections associated with bloodborne pathogens being HIV, HBV, and HCV. In the context of cleaning, the lack of proper training for employees increases the risk of infection dramatically. Which can cause severe disease and possibly even death.

OSHA regulations, when followed properly, ensures the minimal risk of infection for employees who are handling potentially infectious bodily fluids and SHARPS. In the context of cleaning services, the education of employees is a crucial part to OSHA procedure and lays the groundwork for safe practice while cleaning.

Some of these procedures that are implemented to minimize the spread of bloodborne pathogens include universal precautions, PPE, and proper disposal of SHARPS. Universal precautions minimize risk of infection by training employees to treat all bodily fluids as potentially infectious. Employees are to be trained to use PPE properly to protect themselves and their peers from disease by minimizing contact with bodily fluids. Educating employees on the proper handling of SHARPS prevents them from being exposed to infection through cuts or punctures of the skin while disposing of SHARPS. These procedures are just some of the many important precaution's employees must be aware of while cleaning in a potentially infectious environment to protect both the cleaning staff and the community as a whole.

Bloodborne pathogens are pathogenic microorganisms that can be present in human blood and cause diseases in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, HIV and HBV. Therefore, blood is a potentially infectious material and how you take care of waste materials can literally be the difference between life or death. 

Most infection occurs when the infectious pathogens come in contact with an employee's mucous membranes, such as the nose or mouth- and also open cuts or breaks in the skin. Although bodily fluids can easily contain pathogenic microorganisms, they can easily be protected against by using universal precautions.

The CDC came up with a universal precaution approach by treating all contaminated materials as contaminated with bloodborne pathogens.. It is very important to wear personal protective gear when handling laundry and cleaning up waste to avoid the spread of infection and disease. If there is any chance that an employee has come in contact with bloodborne pathogens, it is important for them to notify a physician immediately. 

When working in environments where blood and bodily fluids are encountered regularly, the bloodborne pathogen training is vital to any employee to keep them safe as well as anyone that is working around them.  Without knowing the potential threat of infection that may be behind every cleaning job; staff stands wide open for the threat of infection and disease and even has the potential for death.

Through following the regulations put into place by OSHA, workers protect themselves and coworkers by treating all blood and secretions as assumed infection.  With viruses such as HIV and Hepatitis as a primary concern and transmitted through these secretions, it is imperative to be meticulous when dealing with SHARPS and fluids.

The use of PPE’s are vital to keeping employees safe; gloves  and a mask can both prevent the spread of infectious diseases and are essential in the workplace and the knowledge of how to properly use them is just as important.  Through the knowledge of safe handling procedures and how to be aware as well as the use of PPE, one can remain safe through the use of the bloodborne pathogen regulations in what could potentially could be a dangerous situation.

Mold is a hazardous nuisance to deal with whether it be in a home of place of business. It can cause serious harm to the respiratory system as well as several other vital organs of the body.

I intend to use the knowledge I gain in this certification course to implement strategies for mold removal from all surfaces and to combat the growth of mold. We work with a lot of schools so this type of certification is very important to us to help keep all of the areas children can come in contact with molds free of any potential hazards.

Do you know how to green clean? Finding a green cleaning service that uses products that are safe for the environment has always been a difficult task. So many cleaners are available but with the risk of harmful chemicals such as ammonia or bleach. 

To us here at Bubble Bucket, we know that finding greener cleaning products can be expensive and timely to research. Let us do the work for you! We find that cleaning products that have less harmful chemicals are vital to any housecleaning service and should be an integral part of saving the environment. 

In addition, the training that we provide to our employees is our first line of defense. By pouring our knowledge and training into those employees, we feel that we can make the biggest impact in our communities. 

If your looking for your next green cleaning service, always check the IJCSA website for companies near you! Click here NOW! To find a green cleaning service you can trust! 

Do you know how important it is to properly dispose of potentially contaminated sharps and soiled items? Did you know that neglecting to disinfect an area exposed to human blood or bodily fluids could possibly expose you or someone else to bloodborne pathogens? Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause diseases in humans. HBV (Hepatitis B Virus), HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and HCV (Hepatitis C Virus) are examples of pathogenic microorganisms that can be contracted from blood, bodily fluids and (OPIM) Other Potentially Infectious Material and is extremely dangerous to humans. Symptoms for HIV, HCV and HBV microorganisms do not show up immediately after exposure. Cleaning staff, employers and healthcare workers are responsible for providing and maintaining safe environments for all staff including their selves. 

As the spread of infectious diseases continue, so should cleaning practices. Cleaning staff, especially those in the healthcare field, are at risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. It is important that all cleaning staff and employers are familiar with the job, its risks and the proper protective practices. Staff should always consider body fluids, blood, needlesticks and (OPIM) as potentially infectious.  Practicing universal precautions when handling potentially contaminated materials or needles of any kind could also mean the difference between life and death if exposed to bloodborne pathogens. Bloodborne pathogens have multiple ways to travel into someone’s system once exposed. Bloodborne pathogens can enter through cuts, scraps, bits and by mixing with the mucus from inside of your nose or mouth. Color coded bags for contaminated items and labeled sharp containers for needlesticks are a couple examples of practicing universal precautions to protect you and others.  

(OSHA) Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a bloodborne pathogen standard that requires employers who employ people to work under conditions that could expose them to potentially infectious and harmful microorganisms provide an exposure control plan, work and engineering practice control. It is the employer’s job to train staff and implement a plan for exposure control. Having an exposure control plan in place can reduce or eliminate occupational exposure and should also give you detailed instructions on what action/s to take if exposure does occur.  Employers and cleaning employees play an important role in the lives of others when it comes to disinfecting and preventing potentially infectious microorganisms from being spread. Employees have a right to safe and healthy work conditions. It is a federal law that employees must provide a hazard free work environment at all times. It is our job to protect our health and prevent the spread of infectious diseases by practicing the proper protective precautions. 

Importance of cleaning employees & staff knowing about bloodborne pathogens.

It is very important for employees and staff to know about bloodborne pathogens because it can help them avoid and/or properly handle in potential accidents that may infect them. In some careers the employees are at high risk of contracting bloodborne pathogens. 

It is important for cleaning employees to learn the difference in the bloodborne pathogens and how to reduce the risk or eliminate the hazards of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens. 

Without the knowledge of bloodborne pathogens, employees put themselves and others at risk. Like anything in life you want to have proper knowledge of whatever you are involved in. Knowing how to handle encountering this will help you react an properly handle exposure and avoid contacting bloodborne pathogens.

Concerned about your families health and wellness?

Look no further! Have an IJCSA Certified Carpet Cleaning provider come to your home or facility. Our wide range of cleaning services combat all forms of pathogens and bacteria that cause disease and illnesses, especially those found in your carpets, rugs, and upholstery. Knowing that you have chosen to get certified experts in the field of janitorial services to keep your spaces clean and germ free will provide the safety and security that you are looking for to help keep your family safe. Find a Certified IJCSA provider by searching our member directory at https://ijcsa.org/Carpet-Cleaning-Directory.

Carpet cleaning in itself is very important for the overall look and cleanliness of any home or facility. The obvious benefits of having clean carpets are well established. However, there is quite a bit more benefit for having your carpets cleaned by IJCSA Certified Cleaners.

Having your carpets cleaned by IJCSA Certified Cleaners means that you get individuals who not only are required to have their knowledge tested but we are also required to create papers and postings that are evaluated by the IJCSA to prove that we understand our trade so that we can provide the best service to our customers and create instances where the IJCSA is proud to show the dedication they have to the industry and in every member that has earned the right to use the IJCSA logo for excellence in the janitorial services.