Course Description
This course is for workers with potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the course of performing their assigned duties and tasks. Topics include an overview of the regulatory requirements covering bloodborne pathogens, symptoms of bloodborne diseases, recommended engineering control measures, proper disposal of contaminated materials, selection of personal protective equipment (PPE), corrective actions, information on post-exposure evaluation, and signs and labels. This course focuses on the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Subpart Z.

Learning Objectives

• Know the risks associated with occupational exposure to blood and other bodily fluids
• Know the precautions to take for occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material
• Know the requirements for an occupational exposure control plan and methods of compliance
• Know the requirements for hepatitis B vaccinations and post-exposure evaluation and follow-up
• Know the methods used to communicate hazards to employees
• Know the requirements for training employees
• Know the recordkeeping requirements for bloodborne pathogen exposure control programs
• Know the revisions to the bloodborne pathogen standard covering needlesticks and other sharps injuries

Course Topics
Lesson 1: Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens

• Background and History
• Risks of Occupational Exposure
• Precautions and Preventative Measures

Lesson 2: Control and Compliance

• Exposure Control Plan Requirements
• Methods of Compliance

Lesson 3: Understanding Hepatitis B

• Risk Factors
• Transmission Prevention Strategies
• Employer Requirements and Services Provided

Lesson 4: Communication and Training

• Warning Employees of Hazards
• Training Requirements
• Recordkeeping Requirements

Lesson 5: Revisions and Additions to OSHA Standards

• The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act
• Bloodborne Pathogen Standards
• OSHA’s Revisions to 1910.1030

Testing
Quizzes – You will not be required to pass the quizzes to continue to the next lesson.
Final Exam- The final exam must be passed with a 70% in order to receive course credit. The final exam can be taken three times if necessary.

Course Length:  2 hours