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Case 4 Parenterally Contracted Viral Hepatitis 2 Handle instruments contaminated with blood or other body fluids carefully. Do not attempt to re-cap the needle. Dispose the used needle into sharps box immediately. 3 In the case of accidental injury by contaminated instruments, inform the employer or supervisor and consult doctors for suitable medical treatment. SHARPS BOX = = DANGER 14
Conclusion Although this booklet only presented four cases of occupational infection from different industries, the causes involved and the respective preventive measures are also useful to employers and employees of other trades. In fact, the prevention of occupational infection is mainly based on the following principles: 1 Keep the workplace clean and hygienic, and eliminate or control the sources of infection to reduce the risk of disease spread. 2 If anyone in the workplace has symptoms of infectious diseases (e.g. pulmonary tuberculosis), he or she should seek medical treatment as soon as possible to reduce the risk of transmission. 3 Ensure adequate ventilation in the workplaces. 4 Adopt preventive measures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that are appropriate for the work nature. In addition, PPE should be properly maintained and promptly replaced if they have defects. 5 If there is a wound, clean and dress it quickly to avoid infection. 15
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