OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens for General Workplace – 2 Hours

Description

If you work in a profession where you might come into contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIMs), it is essential to learn how to protect yourself from them. Bloodborne Pathogens Training is a mandatory OSHA training program for anyone who is reasonably anticipated to come into contact with blood and OPIMs while performing their job duties.

The following occupations are considered to be at high risk for BBP: healthcare professionals (such as doctors, nurses, and dental aides), researchers, laboratory technicians, home health workers, phlebotomists, housekeepers, and janitors. School and daycare center personnel, including school nurses, first responders/CPR-trained individuals, secretaries/office staff (if they perform first aid), special education staff, physical education staff, coaches and personal trainers, playground supervisors, custodial staff, bus drivers, and preschool staff are also at high risk.

Other professionals who may be at risk include those in general workplaces, plumbers and electricians, doulas and placenta encapsulation professionals, and nail and spa professionals.

OSHA bloodborne pathogens (standard 29 CFR 1910.1030) for General Workplace to meet the following objectives.

• How do you 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 the company’s 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, and 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 reporting method and the medical follow-up that will be made available.
• Post-exposure evaluation and follow-up are what 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.

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