Free Blood and body fluid spill procedure (PDF)

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Blood & body fluid spills: what to do

A wall poster for clinical rooms and sluices. Always follow your own spill policy and the instructions on your spill kit.

Infection control For GP practices & care homes 1 printable page Free PDF

Download the free blood and body fluid spill procedure
A printable PDF for GP practices & care homes. Print as many copies as you need.

What’s inside

Make the area safe. Keep people away from the spill.
Put on PPE. Disposable gloves and apron as a minimum; add eye protection if there is a risk of splashing.
Use the spill kit. Follow the spill kit instructions. Kits usually contain absorbent granules or a chlorine-releasing product.
Leave it for the stated contact time. Do not rush this step.
Scoop up and dispose. Use the scoop and scraper, and put everything in the correct clinical waste bag.
Clean the area. Clean with detergent and water, then dry. Check the surface can tolerate chlorine before using it.
Take off PPE and wash your hands. Remove gloves and apron, dispose of them as clinical waste, then wash your hands.
Replace the spill kit. Restock or replace the kit so it is ready for next time.

Take care Do not use chlorine-releasing products directly on urine, as this can release chlorine gas. Absorb urine first, following your policy.

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Is the blood and body fluid spill procedure free?

Yes. It’s one of more than 20 free resources in our GP resources library . Just enter your email to unlock the library and download the PDF.

Can I print it?

Yes. Each resource is a printable A4 PDF, and you can print as many copies as your team needs.

Who is it for?

It’s designed for GP practices & care homes, and is useful for practice managers, nurses and anyone responsible for infection control in your team.

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