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ChapterFour.pptBiohazardous Issues
There are times when athletic trainers come into contact with substances that are harmful.
Biohazardous Issues
- The federal government has passed certain laws that protect workers. This group of laws fall under the group known as
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Biohazardous Issues
- OSHA
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- OSHA Regulation 1910.1030
- Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
OSHA 1910.1030
- Scope – who is covered
- Exposure control plan
- Method of Compliance
- Vaccinations and medical evaluations
- Information and training
- Recordkeeping
- Schedule of implementation
Procedures in Waste Management
- Put on gloves
- Absorb fluids with paper towels
- Saturate with bleach solution
- Scrub the area – bleach and soapy water
- Rinse the area
- Biohazard bag
- Wash hands after disposal
Exposures in Athletic Training
- Fortunately, there are not too many times when athletic trainers will come into contact with needles and other contaminated materials, but open wounds are one of those exposures that athletic trainers deal with on a regular basis.
Types of Wound Management
- You should be able to define each of the following types of wounds that are typically seen in the athletic setting:
Wound Management
- Abrasions
- Avulsions
- Incisions
- Lacerations
- Punctures
- Initial and Follow Up Care
