In infection control, what is a primary objective of the exposure control plan?

• A. Increase clientele
• B. Inform employees who work around pathogens
• C. Extend hours
• D. Reduce sterilization frequency

Answer: (B)

The essential idea is that protecting workers from exposure to pathogens hinges on giving them the knowledge and training they need to stay safe. An exposure control plan is built to inform employees who work around pathogens so they understand the risks and the exact precautions to take, how to use engineering and work-practice controls, what PPE to wear, what to do if exposure occurs, and how to access vaccination and post‑exposure care. This education and guidance are the core function of the plan, which is why informing staff is the best answer. Increasing clientele or extending hours are business goals and not safety objectives, and reducing sterilization frequency would raise risk rather than reduce it.