Bloodborne Pathogens Training for Employees

This training teaches employees how to protect themselves from exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Workers first learn the diseases caused by bloodborne pathogens; and how the microorganisms can enter the body. This information is followed by specific precautions they can use to protect themselves from these hazards. Universal Precautions, PPE, and barrier devices are explained in detail, along with the exposure control plan.

Topics in this program also include handling and disposing of Sharps, responding to exposures, and work area decontamination procedures.

All workers.

• Diseases Caused by Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Exposure
  • HIV and AIDS
  • Hepatitis B, C and D
• The Exposure Control Plan
• Routes of Entry
  • Ingestion
  • Inhalation
  • Absorption
  • Other routes of entry
• Occupational Exposure
  • Jobs at risk for exposure
  • Training
• Universal Precautions
• PPE and Barrier Devices
  • Barrier devices
  • Gloves
• Handling and Disposal of Sharps and Other Items
  • Proper handling
  • Proper disposal
• Responding to Exposures and Decontamination
  • Responding to exposure situations
  • Decontaminating work areas and equipment
• What to Do After an Exposure Occurs

• Know the diseases caused by bloodborne pathogens.
• Recognize an Exposure Control Plan
• Know how bloodborne pathogens enter the body.
• Recognize occupational exposures.
• Use universal precautions to protect yourself from exposure.
• Utilize PPE and barrier devices to protect yourself from exposure.
• Properly handle and dispose of sharps and other contaminated items.
• Properly respond to exposure situations.
• Follow proper procedures after an exposure occurs.