Online Bloodborne Pathogen

Overview

Employees who may come into contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials need the knowledge to protect themselves and others. The Bloodborne Pathogen Online course teaches the fundamentals of bloodborne pathogen safety and helps employers meet the training requirements of OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030).

You’ll learn how bloodborne and airborne pathogens spread, how to reduce the risk of exposure, and what steps to take if an exposure occurs.

This self-paced online course is available in both English and Spanish.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of bloodborne pathogens
• Recognize common bloodborne and airborne pathogens, including hepatitis viruses and HIV
• Identify potential exposure risks in the workplace
• Apply safe work practices to help prevent infection
• Understand the proper response following an exposure incident
• Support compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens requirements

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for anyone who may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials, including:

• First responders
• Healthcare professionals
• Dentists and dental hygienists
• Laboratory personnel
• Law enforcement officers
• EMTs and paramedics
• Animal handlers
• Custodians and housekeeping staff
• Anyone whose job duties involve potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens