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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s possible while cleaning to come in contact with blood, vomit, urine or OPIM (Other Potentially Infectious Materials). OPIM creates a contaminated environment and needs special attention.OSHA requires clean and sanitary work environments to prevent contact with blood or OPIM.
Every company needs to have written rules for cleaning and decontamination methods.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
Required Written Record on File
This written record must include the following:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]1. Where in your office you keep this record?
2. Procedures for cleaning surfaces with OPIM. You must clean all equipment and surfaces after they come in contact with blood or OPIM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”13533″ img_size=”225 x 225″ alignment=”center” css_animation=”slideInLeft”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”13535″ img_size=”225 x 225″ alignment=”center” css_animation=”slideInLeft”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]3. How you discard contaminated equipment or supplies
4. Procedures to follow if employees are exposed to OPIM[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]5. What to do with glass or sharps (needles).
6. What reusable sharps containers or disposable bags do you provide?
7. What protective coverings or containers do you provide to store OPIM for disposal?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”13534″ img_size=”225 x 225″ alignment=”center” css_animation=”slideInLeft”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]
TERMS WE USE – and what they mean
OPIM – Other Potentially Infectious Materials[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”12701″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” css_animation=”fadeInUp” link=”https://savvycleaner.com”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
