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MODULE 4
First Aid at Work : UNIT 1
01.04.2018
PREVENTING CROSS INFECTION
• Wash your hands and wear disposable gloves
You must minimise the risk of infection from the outset when dealing with any incident.
This applies to you, the casualty and any bystanders.
• Avoid coughing and sneezing over the wound, and avoid touching it
Rescuers should take appropriate safety precautions where feasible, especially if the
• Dispose of all soiled dressings, including gloves, in an appropriately marked
casualty is known to have a serious infection such as tuberculosis (TB) or severe acute
(orange/yellow) plastic bag respiratory distress syndrome (SARS).
During an outbreak of a highly infectious condition such as SARS, then protective
• Dispose of sharp items, including syringes and needles, in a purpose made precautions for the rescuer are essential.
sharps bin and dispose of it appropriately. It may mean taking it to your local hospital for correct disposal
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