Infection is caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, protoza or fungi getting into our body. it can take some time before microbes multiply enough to trigger symptoms of illness, which means an infected person may unwittingly be spreading the disease during this incubation period. Infection control in the workplace aims to prevent pathogens from coming into contact with a person in the first place.

Working with Blood and Bodily Fluids

Working with blood or other bodily fluids present risks which need to be managed to prevent serious injury. the University has established guidelines to ensure that precautions are taken when using these substances or sharps:

• Working with Sharps Guidelines
• Working with Needles, Syringes & Blood-borne Pathogens Procedures
• Work Related Exposure to Hepatitis & HIV Guidelines