This course has been discontinued
Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing infectious microorganisms that live in human blood. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which is the virus that causes AIDS, and the more common hepatitis B virus (HBV) are the two most common bloodborne pathogens. To help protect people from being exposed to bloodborne pathogens while on the job, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) developed the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. This course is a reference tool that you can use to reinforce your understanding of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and how to minimize your risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Topic I: Blood as a Hazardous Material
• Explain what bloodborne pathogens are.
• Describe the general effects of exposure to the HIV virus.
• Describe the general effects of exposure to the HBV virus.
Topic II: The Risks of Occupational Exposure
• List some job categories that are potentially at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Describe some factors that determine the level of risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Topic III: Minimizing the Risks
• Explain the primary rule contained in the standard precautions.
• Describe routes of exposure for exposure to bloodborne pathogens in the workplace.
• Describe some protective measures that will help minimize the risks of occupational exposure.
Topic IV: The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• Describe the general requirements of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
• Describe the general requirements of the written exposure control plan.