Learning Objectives…

At the completion of this activity you will be able to:

·         define hazardous drugs;

·         describe the characteristics of hazardous drugs;

·         identify proper PPE (personal protective equipment) for handling hazardous drugs;

·         demonstrate proper hand washing and garbing techniques;

·         demonstrate proper decontamination and deactivation of BSCs (biological safety cabinets);

·         recognize acceptable work practices for handling hazardous drugs;

·         describe industry guidelines and recommendations for handling hazardous drugs;

·         perform proper aseptic negative pressure techniques;

·         demonstrate the proper use of a CSTD (closed system transfer device);

·         demonstrate the proper use of an hazardous drug spill kit;