Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Markings, Exposure Incidents, and Records

Video Overview

Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Markings, Exposure Incidents, and Records

Course Length: 18 Minutes English/21 Minutes Spanish

Video Runtime: 14:00 English/15:22 Spanish

Overview: Exposure to bloodborne pathogens can happen in the workplace. When employees know how to protect themselves, they can lessen the risks.

Markings can help all employees identify biohazards at work. Those with occupational exposure need to know what to do if they have an incident with blood or certain other body fluids. They also need to be aware of the records related to bloodborne pathogens.

This training is designed to help learners recognize biohazard markings and guide them through an exposure incident.

Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Markings, Exposure Incidents, and Records is designed to

Objectives:

After completing this training, learners will be able to:

• Recognize biohazard markings and understand their importance
• Identify steps to take when an exposure incident occurs
• Discuss elements required in an exposure control plan
• Explain the types of records kept by a covered employer

Outline:

Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Markings, Exposure Incidents, and Records covers the following topics:

Introduction

• Navigation
• Introduction
• What You'll Learn

Biohazard Markings

• Importance of Biohazard Markings
• Universal Biohazard Symbol
• Biohazard Labels
• Biological Hazard Tags
• Biohazard/Biological Hazard Signs

Exposure Incidents and Observations

• Exposure Incidents
  • Definition
  • Steps to Take
• Post-Exposure Requirements
  • Employer Duties
  • Immediate, Confidential, No Cost to Worker
  • Blood Testing and Counseling
  • Vaccination
  • Opinions and Findings
• Observation of Blood or Blood-Related Emergency
  • Use Universal Precautions
  • Notify Designated Responder
  • Use Proper Control Measures

Records

• Written Exposure Control Plan
  • Major Plan Elements
  • Reviewed Annually
  • Request Employee Input
  • Accessible to Employee
• Medical Records
  • Types of Medical Records
  • Retention
  • Confidentiality and Accessibility
• Training Records
  • Types of Records
  • Retention
  • Accessibility
• Injury and Illness Logs
  • Types of Logs
  • Retention of Logs
  • Confidentiality and Accessibility

Conclusion

• Summary

Regulations Covered: 29 CFR 1910.1030

Copyright Date: 2023