Florida Biomedical Waste Training

Course Details:

Category: State-Specific
Duration: 30 minutes
Target Audience: Employees Residing in Florida

Course Overview: In accordance with State Regulations (Chapter 64E-16.003 F.A.C.) all new personnel who will handle biomedical waste as part of their work responsibilities will be given initial training in our biomedical waste management system before their duties commence. All medical employees (e.g Nurses and Medical Assistants) will receive this training on Biomedical Waste at the time of hire, prior to assignment, and prior to working on any task that requires the handling of biomedical waste and OPIM.

Training Includes:

Defining Biological Waste
Defining Biomedical Waste

Used Absorbent Materials
Non-Absorbent Disposable Devices

Contaminated Solid Waste
Blood
Body Fluids
Sharps

Segregation and Handling of Biomedical Waste
Red Biohazard Bags
Sharps Containers

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Identification and Containment
Radioactive or Chemical Waste
Labeling
Storage and Transport of Biomedical Waste
Generator Requirements
Procedures for Decontamination Biomedical Waste Spills
Contingency Plan for Emergencies
Biomedical Waste Binder Specific
Record Keeping