SPANGDAHLEMABI48-107 — Human Blood/body Fluid Contingency Spill Plan

SPANGDAHLEMABI48-107 governs response and cleanup of accidents or incidents involving possible exposure to human blood, body tissue or fluid.

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• Publication number: SPANGDAHLEMABI48-107
• Title: HUMAN BLOOD/BODY FLUID CONTINGENCY SPILL PLAN
• Date: 2025-03-31

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The publication defines bloodborne pathogens, exposure incidents, regulated waste, decontamination, and standard precautions. It requires training, protective measures, cleanup controls, and post-exposure evaluation and follow-up.

Topics covered

• Bloodborne pathogen definitions
• Accident and incident cleanup
• Standard precautions
• Personal protective equipment
• Decontamination
• Exposure evaluation and follow-up

Questions and answers

What incidents does SPANGDAHLEMABI48-107 exclude?

For the purpose of this instruction, minor events, such as a sliced finger or sports injury, are not considered. (paragraph 1)

When can unit personnel perform blood or body fluid cleanup?

If cleanup operations must be performed immediately in order to meet time-sensitive operational requirements, a unit commander may designate unit personnel to perform cleanup. (paragraph 3)

What training is required before performing cleanup?

Personnel must be trained on the hazards of bloodborne pathogens prior to performing cleanup. (paragraph 3)

What activities are prohibited in work areas with likely occupational exposure?

Eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or lip balm, and handling contact lenses are prohibited in work areas where there is a reasonable likelihood of occupational exposure. (paragraph 9)

How must contaminated broken glassware be handled?

Contaminated broken glassware shall not be picked up directly with the hands. (paragraph 9)

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