OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens

OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard protects workers from exposure to infectious microorganisms such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV. This course covers exposure control plans, universal precautions, work practice controls, protective equipment, vaccinations, post-exposure follow-up and hazard communication.

You'll leave knowing how to prevent exposure incidents and what to do if one happens.

• How to set up an exposure control plan
• Universal precautions for blood and other potentially infectious materials
• Engineering controls, such as sharps containers and safer devices
• Work practice controls that reduce exposure
• Personal protective equipment requirements
• Hepatitis B vaccination
• Post-exposure evaluation and follow-up
• Hazard labels and signs
• Required training, medical records and the sharps injury log