Video Overview
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Refresher
Course Length: 15 Minutes English/17 Minutes Spanish
Video Runtime: 12:48 English/15:19 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.
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Refresher is designed to help learners recognize biohazard markings and guide them through an exposure incident.
Construction- and healthcare-related training points are covered within this training.
Objectives:
After completing this training, learners will be able to:
- Explain what bloodborne pathogens are and how they are transmitted
- Explain the occupational exposure concept
- Explain the benefits of universal precautions and vaccination
- Identify and discuss different practices and equipment to protect yourself and others in the workplace
- Recognize biohazard markings
- List steps to take when an exposure incident occurs
- Explain the types of records kept by a covered employer
Outline:
Bloodborne Pathogens Training: Refresher covers the following topics:
Introduction
- Navigation
- Introduction
- What You'll Learn
Risks and Requirements
- Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Blood and Other Potentially Infectious Materials
- Transmission of Bloodborne Diseases
- Direct and Indirect Contact
- Who is at Risk?
- Related Laws and Regulations
- Required OSHA Training
Preventive and Control Measures
- Preventive Measures
- Universal Precautions
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Control Measures
- Engineering Controls
- Work Practice Controls
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Definition
- Appropriate PPE
- Types
- Housekeeping Practices
- Contamination
- Cleaning and Decontamination
- Acceptable Disinfectants
- Regulated Waste Handling and Disposal
- Containment of Contaminated Sharps
- Containment of Other Regulated Waste
- Contaminated Laundry Practices
- Definition
- Handling
- Washing
Biohazard Markings, Exposure Incidents, and Records
- Biohazard Labels
- Biohazard Symbol
- Biohazard Labels
- Exposure Incidents
- Post-Exposure Requirements
- Employer Duties
- Immediate, Confidential, No Cost to Worker
- Blood Testing and Counseling
- Vaccination
- Observation of Blood or Blood-Related Emergency
- Use Universal Precautions
- Notify Designated Responder
- Use Proper Control Measures
- Records
- Written Exposure Control Plan
- Medical Records
- Training Records
- Injury and Illness Logs
Conclusion
Regulations Covered: 29 CFR 1910.1030
Copyright Date: 2023