Occupational HIV Risk Assessment Tool

Have you received occupational safety training?

No, never

Yes, but only once

Yes, and regularly updated

Yes, and I am a safety trainer

Do you consistently use personal protective equipment (PPE) during your daily work?

Do not use

Use occasionally

Use regularly

Use fully and properly

Have you been exposed to blood or bodily fluids of others during work?

Never exposed

Yes, but very rarely

Yes, sometimes

Yes, frequently

Have you ever shared personal items (knives, needles, etc.) with others?

Never shared

Yes, but very rarely

Yes, sometimes

Yes, frequently

Do you regularly have health check-ups and HIV testing?

Never

Yes, but very rarely

Yes, regularly

Yes, frequently

Do you immediately report if an accident exposes you to blood or bodily fluids?

Never

Yes, but not immediately

Yes, immediately after

Yes, and follow procedures

Do you know how to use a water spray to clean wounds?

Don't know

Know but don't practice

Know and practice when needed

Know and follow instructions properly

Are you aware of symptoms and signs of HIV?

Don't know

Have limited knowledge

Know some symptoms

Know many symptoms

Do you participate in HIV/AIDS education and counseling programs?

Never

Yes, but very rarely

Yes, regularly

Yes, frequently

Do you actively engage in HIV prevention measures?

Never

Yes, but rarely

Yes, sometimes

Yes, often