Key points
Occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions and secretions (with the exception of sweat) poses a potential risk of infection, particularly to those who may be exposed to these substances.
In clinical areas the management of blood and body fluid spillages is the responsibility of clinical staff. In all other areas only staff who are fully vaccinated against Hepatitis B and who are competent to do so should deal with blood or body fluid spillages.
It is the responsibility of all staff to ensure that their immunisation status for Hepatitis B is up to date. This can be obtained by contacting the occupational health provider.
Trust approved products
- Clinell universal wipes, for small spillages.
- Clinell Spill wipes, for large spillages including urine and vomit.
- Guest Medical or GV blood spillage packs: not for use on urine or vomit spillages.
- Haz-tab solution (10,000 ppm), follow manufacturer’s instructions.
- Chlor-Clean solution (1,000 ppm), for environmental disinfection.
Best practice
- Cover cuts or abrasions with a waterproof dressing before donning personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Use the most appropriate product for the type and size of spillage.
- Ensure all products are in date.
- Always follow manufacturer’s instructions.
- Replenish stock following use.
- Clean hands after doffing PPE.
What product to use
- Large spillage (including urine and vomit), use a Clinell spill wipe.
- Large spillage (not for urine or vomit, use a Clinell spill wipe or a guest medical or GV spill kit.
- Small spillage (less than the size of a 2p coin), use a Clinell universal wipe.
Refer to supporting documents:
- chlor-clean poster
- Haz-tab poster
Page last reviewed: April 05, 2024
Next review due: April 05, 2025