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ASSE 12010 – Biological Pathogens

Criteria for the selection, use, cleaning, maintenance, storage, disposal and limitations of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Documenting and Recording
Emergency procedures involving pathogens of OPIM
Epidemiology of pathogens, biohazards and infectious disease
Explanation of an exposure control plan
Exposure Control Plan
Exposure protocols
Modes of transmission of pathogens, biohazards and infectious diseases
Mold
OPIM
Post exposure protocols
Proper gloving techniques
Proper housekeeping
Signage and labeling regulations
Types of Biological pathogen and viruses
Use and limitation of proper work practice protocols
Vaccination Knowledge

ASSE 12030 – Waterborne Pathogens

ASHRAE Guideline 12
ASHRAE Standard 188
Basic facts of Legionella bacteria
Chemical, thermal and ultraviolet disinfection methods
Documenting and Recording
Emergency procedures involving pathogens or other potentially infectious material (OPIM)
Epidemiology of pathogens, biohazards, micro-organisms, bacteria and infectious diseases
Exposure Control Plan
How microorganisms, bacteria, amoebas and OPIM may be transmitted
Modes of transmission of pathogens, biohazards and infectious diseases
Other potentially infectious material (OPIM)
Proper engineering and work practice controls
Sources of bacteria
Understanding a water treatment management plan
Water temperature effects on the growth of Legionella bacteria and OPIM

ASSE 12040 – Contamination / Infection Prevention Procedures

Dust control barriers – semi-permanent or temporary
Employer responsibilities
Facilities’ construction and renovation plans (CRP)
Facility and first responder’s emergency phone numbers
Hand washing facilities
Healthcare associated (nosocomial) infections (HAI)
Hot work permits
Housekeeping and debris removal
HVAC systems – ventilation and environmental control
Infection control commissioning
Infection control risk assessment (ICRA)
Interruption of utility services
Life safety plan
Mechanical systems involving water supply, plumbing and drainage, including mold and fungus growth prevention and remediation
Open ceiling permits
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Post construction reports and analysis
Preconstruction risk assessment (PCRA)
Project checklists
Risk assessment and training records
Sewage spill cleanup operations
Sharps disposal
Vibration controls
Walk-off mats

ASSE 12010 Course Objectives