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Blood Borne Pathogens ( BBP) : Awareness <br /> Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in <br /> humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV) <br /> and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). <br /> Modes of Transmission: <br /> Bloodborne pathogens can enter the body in a variety of ways, including open cuts, nicks, skin <br /> abrasions, dermatitis, acne, and the mucous membranes of your mouth, eyes or nose. <br /> Contaminated surfaces are a major cause of the spread of hepatitis. HBV can survive on <br /> environmental surfaces dried and at room temperature for up to one week. <br /> Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted through contact with infected human blood and other <br /> potentially infectious body fluids such as: <br /> ► Semen Common ways of transmission in a <br /> ► Vaginal Secretions U S H A workplace situation: <br /> ► Cerebrospinal Fluid4 <br /> Assisting an injured co-worker with an <br /> ► Synovial Fluid open wound; <br /> ► Pleural Fluid 1 kl dburne Palhogens <br /> ► Peritoneal Fluid Accidental puncture from <br /> ► Amniotic Fluid contaminated needles, broken glass, <br /> ► Saliva or other sharps; <br /> Body Fluid That is Contaminated with Blood Cleaning on affected areas after an <br /> accident; <br /> Handling cleaning tools and <br /> equipment; <br /> Handling contaminated objects. <br />