The Invisible Threat
Who is at risk?
According to several studies, hazardous drugs may be found on surfaces throughout the
hospital(1,2,3,4,5).
Healthcare providers, patients and visitors who are not even in
direct contact with them can be contaminated(6,7).
Pharmacists
Drug administration nurses
Pharmacy technicians / nurses
Waste managers / carriers
Other care staff
Cleaners
Operating room personnel
Maintenance personnel
Patient relatives / visitors
See where contamination can occur.
Find out where hazardous drugs contamination has been shown to occur. Click different areas in each room to test your knowledge.