Bloodborne Pathogens

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• How to access a copy of the regulatory standard and an explanation of its contents.
• Have a general understanding of the epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases.
• Be able to relate the modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens.
• Be familiar with company ECP and know how to acquire a copy of the written plan.
• Identify / recognize tasks and other activities that may involve exposure to blood and OPIMs.
• Understand the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure including appropriate engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment.
• Identify the types, proper use, location, removal, handling decontamination, and disposal of PPE.
• Select the appropriate PPE for assigned activities.
• Hepatitis B vaccine: Efficacy, safety, method of administration, the benefits of being vaccinated, the vaccine will be offered free of charge.
• Steps to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving human blood or OPIMs.
• Procedure to follow if an exposure incident occurs, including the method of reporting the incident and the medical follow up that will be made available.
• Post-exposure evaluation and follow up that the employer is required to provide to the employee following an exposure incident.
• Identify the signs and labels and/or color coding required by this rule.